Christian (en. Christian)
/kʁis.tjɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A person who follows the Christian religion.
Christians celebrate Christmas every year.
Les chrétiens célèbrent Noël chaque année.
Related to Christian culture or values.
Christian music has influenced many genres.
La musique chrétienne a influencé de nombreux genres.
Etymology
From Latin 'Christianus', which derives from Greek 'Χριστιανός' (Christianos), meaning 'belonging to Christ'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a devout Christian
A person very committed to their Christian faith.
un chrétien fervent
Christian values
The ethical and moral principles associated with Christianity.
les valeurs chrétiennes
an act of Christian faith
An action performed within the framework of Christian belief.
un acte de foi chrétienne
Related Words
Christianity
Religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.
christianisme
church
Place of worship for Christians.
église
Bible
Sacred texts of Christianity.
Bible
Slang Meanings
Creed
He lives according to his Christian creed.
Il vit selon son crédo chrétien.
God
He always says that God is with him.
Il dit toujours que Dieu est avec lui.