sanctuary in French
sanctuary in French is refuge, réserve, asile — sanctuary means a place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
sanctuary in French
refuge
A place of safety, refuge, or protection.
réserve
An area set aside for protection.
asile
A state of being protected, asylum.
sanctuaire
The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.
What does "sanctuary" mean?
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noun A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
"The church offered sanctuary to families whose homes had flooded."
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noun An area set aside to protect wildlife or nature.
"The island is a sanctuary for seabirds and seals."
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noun The sacred, central part of a church or temple around the altar.
"The choir sang from the steps leading up to the sanctuary."
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sanctuary in a sentence
- The church offered sanctuary to families whose homes had flooded.
- The quiet garden was her sanctuary after a busy day.
- The island is a sanctuary for seabirds and seals.
- Volunteers work at the sanctuary, caring for rescued donkeys.
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What is "sanctuary" in French?
"sanctuary" in French is refuge, réserve, asile. sanctuary means: A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
How do you use "sanctuary" in a sentence?
Example: "The church offered sanctuary to families whose homes had flooded." In French, "sanctuary" is refuge, réserve, asile.
Are there other ways to say "sanctuary" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "sanctuary": refuge, réserve, asile, sanctuaire.
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