Zion
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.”
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.
Word forms
zions plural
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Many hymns speak of journeying to _____ as a symbol of ultimate homecoming.
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.
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Rhymes for Zion
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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