abbot
word
Definition
An abbot is the head man in charge of a monastery, especially in Christian and Buddhist traditions. He leads the monks and manages the monastery's matters.
Usage & Nuances
"Abbot" is formal and mainly used in religious or historical contexts. Usually refers to a male leader; "abbess" is for female leaders. Most common in descriptions of Catholic or Buddhist monasteries.
Spanish: abadPortuguese (BR): abadePortuguese (PT): abadeChinese (Simplified): 男修道院院长Chinese (Traditional): 男修道院院長Hindi: मठाधीशArabic: رئيس الديرBengali: অব্যাট - মহন্তRussian: аббатJapanese: 住職 - アボットVietnamese: trụ trì - viện trưởngKorean: 주지 - 아빠트Turkish: manastır başrahibi - abatUrdu: عباد (مذہبی بزرگ)Indonesian: abbot - kepala biara
Example Sentences
The abbot leads the monks in the monastery.
basic
The abbot makes important decisions.
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Many people respect the abbot in the village.
basic
After years as a monk, he was chosen as the new abbot.
natural
People often go to the abbot for advice and blessings.
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The ceremony included a speech from the abbot before the meal.
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