noun
Uncommon
Zion
ZEYE-uhn
Zion (noun) means a name for Jerusalem, or for the land of Israel, especially as a spiritual homeland or promised place. Example: “Many hymns speak of journeying to Zion as a symbol of ultimate homecoming.”
noun
1
A name for Jerusalem, or for the land of Israel, especially as a spiritual homeland or promised place.
"Many hymns speak of journeying to Zion as a symbol of ultimate homecoming."
"The song describes exile from Zion and the longing to return."
How to use Zion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA name, often used symbolically in religious and cultural contexts, for Jerusalem or for a promised spiritual homeland.
Common pairings
journey to Zion
children of Zion
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Word forms
- Plural
- zions
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Etymology
Traces back through Old English and Latin to a Biblical Hebrew word for the hill on which ancient Jerusalem stood; the "Z" spelling was shaped later by German pronunciation.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for Zion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Zion” mean?
The word “Zion” means a name for Jerusalem, or for the land of Israel, especially as a spiritual homeland or promised place. In plain terms, a name, often used symbolically in religious and cultural contexts, for Jerusalem or for a promised spiritual homeland.
How do you pronounce “Zion”?
“Zion” is pronounced ZEYE-uhn (/ˈzaɪ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Zion” in a sentence?
Here is “Zion” used in a sentence: “Many hymns speak of journeying to Zion as a symbol of ultimate homecoming.”
What part of speech is “Zion”?
“Zion” is a noun.
Where does the word “Zion” come from?
The word “Zion” comes from Latin. Traces back through Old English and Latin to a Biblical Hebrew word for the hill on which ancient Jerusalem stood; the "Z" spelling was shaped later by German pronunciation.
Is “Zion” a common word?
“Zion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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