Saint-john (en. Saint john)

/sɛ̃ ʒɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

One of the biblical figures, often associated with John the Baptist.

Saint John is venerated in several Christian traditions.

Saint-Jean est vénéré dans plusieurs traditions chrétiennes.

A term designating various locations or celebrations.

We visited Saint-Jean-de-Luz during the holidays.

Nous avons visité Saint-Jean-de-Luz pendant les vacances.

From Latin 'Sanctus Ioannes', meaning 'Saint John'.

Saint John the Baptist

Celebration in honor of Saint John the Baptist.

Saint-Jean Baptiste

The fires of Saint John

Tradition of lighting bonfires on the night of Saint John.

Les feux de Saint-Jean

Winter Saint John

Reference to a festival or event related to the winter season and Saint John.

Saint-Jean d'hiver

John

Common masculine first name, derived from Saint John.

Jean

Johannic

Relating to Saint John, often used in a literary or theological context.

Johannique

Baptist

Pertaining to John the Baptist, who baptized Jesus.

Baptiste

Used to refer to a person perceived as very religious.

That guy is a real Saint John, always preaching.

Ce type, c'est un vrai Saint-John, toujours en train de prêcher.

A festive celebration around the feast of Saint John.

We'll all meet up for Saint John, it's going to be a party!

On se retrouve tous pour la Saint-John, ce sera la fête!