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sanctuary in German

sanctuary in German is Herberge, Zuflucht, Asyl — sanctuary means a place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.

sanctuary in German

Herberge
noun
A place of safety, refuge, or protection.
Zuflucht
noun
A place of safety, refuge, or protection.
Asyl
noun
A state of being protected, asylum.

What does "sanctuary" mean?

  1. noun A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
    "The refugees found sanctuary in a neighbouring country."
  2. noun An area set aside to protect wildlife or nature.
    "The wounded eagle was taken to a bird sanctuary to recover."
  3. noun The sacred, central part of a church or temple around the altar.
    "Only the priest was allowed near the sanctuary during the ritual."
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sanctuary in a sentence

  • The refugees found sanctuary in a neighbouring country.
  • The wounded eagle was taken to a bird sanctuary to recover.
  • Only the priest was allowed near the sanctuary during the ritual.

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What is "sanctuary" in German?

"sanctuary" in German is Herberge, Zuflucht, Asyl. sanctuary means: A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.

How do you use "sanctuary" in a sentence?

Example: "The refugees found sanctuary in a neighbouring country." In German, "sanctuary" is Herberge, Zuflucht, Asyl.

Are there other ways to say "sanctuary" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "sanctuary": Herberge, Zuflucht, Asyl.

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