adjective
Paschal
PASKUHL
Paschal (adjective) means relating to Easter. Example: “The choir sang paschal hymns on Sunday morning.”
adjective
1
Relating to Easter.
"The choir sang paschal hymns on Sunday morning."
2
Relating to the Jewish festival of Passover.
"The paschal lamb is central to the Passover meal."
How to use Paschal
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA formal word meaning "of Easter" or "of Passover."
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "pascal," the unit of pressure and programming language, which is unrelated in meaning despite the similar spelling.
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Etymology
From Latin paschalis, ultimately from the Hebrew word for Passover, pesakh.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Paschal” mean?
The word “Paschal” means relating to Easter. In plain terms, a formal word meaning "of Easter" or "of Passover.".
How do you pronounce “Paschal”?
“Paschal” is pronounced PASKUHL (/ˈpaskəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Paschal” in a sentence?
Here is “Paschal” used in a sentence: “The choir sang paschal hymns on Sunday morning.”
What part of speech is “Paschal”?
“Paschal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “Paschal” come from?
The word “Paschal” comes from Latin. From Latin paschalis, ultimately from the Hebrew word for Passover, pesakh.
How many meanings does “Paschal” have?
“Paschal” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Easter.
