Hymn: meaning, definitions and examples

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hymn

 

[ hษชm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious music

A hymn is a religious song or poem, typically of praise to God or a god. Hymns are often sung in church services as a form of worship.

Synonyms

anthem, praise song, religious song

Examples of usage

  • The congregation sang a beautiful hymn during the Sunday service.
  • Our favorite hymn to sing is 'Amazing Grace.'
Context #2 | Noun

national anthem

A hymn can also refer to a national anthem, which is a patriotic song or music that represents a country.

Synonyms

national anthem, national song, patriotic song

Examples of usage

  • The national anthem played before the start of the sporting event.
  • It is important to stand and show respect during the singing of the hymn.

Translations

Translations of the word "hymn" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hino

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเคœเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hymne

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ himne

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั–ะผะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hymn

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ณ›็พŽๆญŒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hymne

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ himno

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ilahi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐฌ์†ก๊ฐ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฑู†ูŠู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hymna

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hymna

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ตž็พŽ่ฏ—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ himna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรกlmur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะธะผะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ˜แƒ›แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ himn

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ himno

Etymology

The word 'hymn' originated from the Greek word 'hymnos', which means a song of praise. Hymns have been a part of religious and cultural traditions for centuries, used to express devotion, gratitude, and patriotism. The practice of singing hymns dates back to ancient civilizations and continues to be a significant aspect of various ceremonies and events.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,779 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.