sanctuary in Greek
sanctuary in Greek is καταφύγιο, άσυλο, ιερό — sanctuary means a place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
sanctuary in Greek
καταφύγιο
Pronounced: katafygio
άσυλο
Pronounced: asylo
A state of being protected, asylum.
ιερό
Pronounced: iero
The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.
άδυτο
Pronounced: adyto
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 Greek?
"sanctuary" in Greek is καταφύγιο, άσυλο, ιερό. sanctuary means: A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
How do you pronounce καταφύγιο?
"sanctuary" in Greek is καταφύγιο, pronounced "katafygio".
How do you use "sanctuary" in a sentence?
Example: "The church offered sanctuary to families whose homes had flooded." In Greek, "sanctuary" is καταφύγιο, άσυλο, ιερό.
Are there other ways to say "sanctuary" in Greek?
Yes — Greek has 4 translations listed for "sanctuary": καταφύγιο, άσυλο, ιερό, άδυτο.
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