Sacrement (en. Sacrament)

/sak.ʁə.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A sacred rite of the Christian Church, such as baptism or communion.

Baptism is considered an essential sacrament in the Christian faith.

Le baptême est considéré comme un sacrement essentiel dans la foi chrétienne.

A visible sign of invisible grace.

The sacraments are means by which the faithful receive divine grace.

Les sacrements sont des moyens par lesquels les fidèles reçoivent la grâce divine.

A liturgical act in different Christian traditions.

Every Sunday, the Mass includes the celebration of several sacraments.

Chaque dimanche, la messe comporte la célébration de plusieurs sacrements.

From Latin 'sacramentum', meaning 'sacred, devoted to a god'.

sacrament of love

Ritual symbolizing the union and marital love.

sacrement de l'amour

sacrament of reconciliation

Sacrament associated with confession and forgiveness.

sacrement de réconciliation

sacrament of the Eucharist

Celebration of the Mass where bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ.

sacrement de l'eucharistie

baptism

Rite of initiation into the Christian faith, particularly important in Christianity.

baptême

communion

Sacrament where the faithful receive bread and wine, symbolizing the Last Supper.

communion

confirmation

Sacrament marking the transition to spiritual adulthood, often after baptism.

confirmation

Term used to express surprise or an exclamation.

When he saw the price, he said 'sacrament, that's expensive!'

Quand il a vu le prix, il a dit 'sacrement, c'est cher !'

Exclamation to signify exasperation.

Sacrament, I can't take this situation anymore!

Sacrement, j’en peux plus de cette situation !