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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 church offered sanctuary to families whose homes had flooded."
  2. noun An area set aside to protect wildlife or nature.
    "The island is a sanctuary for seabirds and seals."
  3. 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 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 church offered sanctuary to families whose homes had flooded." 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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