Archangels Meaning in English

word · lemma: archangel

US

ˌɑɹˈkeɪndʒəɫz

ar-KAYN-juhlz

UK

ˌɑːtʃˈeɪndʒəlz

aach-AYN-juhlz

Definition

Archangels are very important angels in some religions, believed to be leaders among angels and often given special roles or missions.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used in religious or spiritual contexts, especially in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Commonly appears as 'the archangels Michael and Gabriel.' Rare outside religious discussion.

• Spanish: arcángeles
• Portuguese (BR): arcanjos
• Portuguese (PT): arcanjos
• Chinese (Simplified): 大天使
• Chinese (Traditional): 大天使
• Hindi: महादूत
• Arabic: رؤساء الملائكة
• Bengali: প্রধান দেবদূত
• Russian: архангелы
• Japanese: 大天使
• Vietnamese: tổng thiên thần
• Korean: 대천사
• Turkish: başmelek
• Urdu: فرشتگان مقرب
• Indonesian: malaikat agung

Example Sentences

The Bible mentions several archangels.

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Michael and Gabriel are the most famous archangels.

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Some people pray to the archangels for protection.

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Stories about archangels appear in many different cultures.

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Many paintings from the Middle Ages feature archangels battling evil.

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People sometimes collect statues of archangels for their homes.

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