Finesentence logo

Catechist: meaning, definitions and examples

✝️
Add to dictionary

catechist

 

[ ˈkætəˌkɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious education

A catechist is a person who educates others in the principles of the Christian faith, particularly in preparation for receiving sacraments. They typically provide instruction to children and adult members of a church or religious community, using catechisms and other educational materials.

Synonyms

educator, instructor, mentor, teacher

Examples of usage

  • The catechist prepared the children for their first communion.
  • During the summer, the catechist organized a retreat for adults.
  • She became a catechist to share her faith with others.

Translations

Translations of the word "catechist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 catequista

🇮🇳 कैटेकिस्ट

🇩🇪 Katechet

🇮🇩 katekis

🇺🇦 катехит

🇵🇱 katecheta

🇯🇵 カテキスト

🇫🇷 catéchiste

🇪🇸 catequista

🇹🇷 kateşist

🇰🇷 가르침자

🇸🇦 معلم الكاثيكية

🇨🇿 katecheta

🇸🇰 katechét

🇨🇳 教理教师

🇸🇮 katehet

🇮🇸 katekisti

🇰🇿 катехист

🇬🇪 კათეხისტი

🇦🇿 katexist

🇲🇽 catequista

Word origin

The term 'catechist' is derived from the Greek word 'katechistēs', meaning 'one who instructs'. It comes from 'katechein', which means 'to teach orally'. The term has been used in Christian contexts since the early days of the Church, signifying those who impart the teachings of Christ to others. Historically, catechists played a crucial role in the education of converts and children within the church, particularly during the times when formal schooling was limited. The practice of catechesis—the act of teaching and learning the faith—has evolved throughout the centuries, with catechists adapting their methods to meet the needs of different generations while remaining rooted in the core tenets of Christianity.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,468 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.