absolution in Japanese
absolution in Japanese is 解放, 釈放 — absolution means a formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.
absolution in Japanese
解放
Pronounced: kaihō
An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
釈放
Pronounced: shakuhō
(civil, _, legal, obsolete) An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent. [First attested in the early 17th century.]
What does "absolution" mean?
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noun A formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.
"The priest granted him absolution after his confession."
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noun A general release from blame or guilt for wrongdoing.
"She sought absolution for the mistakes of her youth."
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absolution in a sentence
- The priest granted him absolution after his confession.
- She sought absolution for the mistakes of her youth.
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What is "absolution" in Japanese?
"absolution" in Japanese is 解放, 釈放. absolution means: A formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.
How do you pronounce 解放?
"absolution" in Japanese is 解放, pronounced "kaihō".
How do you use "absolution" in a sentence?
Example: "The priest granted him absolution after his confession." In Japanese, "absolution" is 解放, 釈放.
Are there other ways to say "absolution" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "absolution": 解放, 釈放.
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