Pentacle Meaning in English

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Definition

A pentacle is a five-pointed star, often within a circle, used as a symbol in magic, religion, or as a protective charm.

Usage & Nuances

Often associated with Wicca, the occult, and tarot cards ('suit of pentacles'). Not to be confused with 'pentagram,' which refers just to the star shape without the circle. Used in both historical and modern contexts.

• Spanish: péntaculo
• Portuguese (BR): pentáculo
• Portuguese (PT): pentáculo
• Chinese (Simplified): 五芒星
• Chinese (Traditional): 五芒星
• Hindi: पेंटाकल
• Arabic: بنتاكل
• Bengali: পেন্টাকল
• Russian: пентакль
• Japanese: ペンタクル
• Vietnamese: ngũ giác tinh - pentacle
• Korean: 펜타클
• Turkish: pentacle - beş köşeli yıldız (çember içinde)
• Urdu: پینٹاکل
• Indonesian: pentakel - bintang lima dalam lingkaran

Example Sentences

The pentacle has five points.

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Some people wear a pentacle for protection.

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A pentacle is often used in magic rituals.

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She drew a pentacle on the ground before starting the ritual.

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In tarot, the suit of pentacles represents wealth and material things.

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A lot of fantasy stories mention a pentacle as a sign of magic.

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