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Raphael
RAF-ay-ehl
Raphael (name) means a male given name, also the name of an archangel in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic tradition. Example: “Raphael is said to be the angel of healing.”
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A male given name, also the name of an archangel in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic tradition.
"Raphael is said to be the angel of healing."
"Her son was christened Raphael after her grandfather."
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Raffaello Sanzio, the Italian Renaissance painter known by the anglicised name Raphael.
"The gallery's new wing displays several works by Raphael."
"Raphael painted alongside Michelangelo and Leonardo during the High Renaissance."
How to use Raphael
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional male name, an archangel's name, and the name of a famous Renaissance painter.
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- Plural
- Raphaels
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Etymology
From Hebrew Rafael, literally "God heals" or "God has healed."
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What does “Raphael” mean?
The word “Raphael” means a male given name, also the name of an archangel in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic tradition. In plain terms, a traditional male name, an archangel's name, and the name of a famous Renaissance painter.
How do you pronounce “Raphael”?
“Raphael” is pronounced RAF-ay-ehl (/ˌɹɑ.faɪˈɛl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Raphael” in a sentence?
Here is “Raphael” used in a sentence: “Raphael is said to be the angel of healing.”
What part of speech is “Raphael”?
“Raphael” is a name.
Where does the word “Raphael” come from?
The word “Raphael” comes from Hebrew. From Hebrew Rafael, literally "God heals" or "God has healed.".
Is “Raphael” a common word?
“Raphael” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Raphael” have?
“Raphael” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name, also the name of an archangel in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic tradition.
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