commandment
word
Definition
A commandment is an important rule or law, especially one given by God or a religious authority.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to religious law, especially the 'Ten Commandments' in the Bible. Not used for everyday rules; formal and specific to contexts of religion, faith, or moral law.
Spanish: mandamientoPortuguese (BR): mandamentoPortuguese (PT): mandamentoChinese (Simplified): 戒律 - 诫命Chinese (Traditional): 誡命 - 戒律Hindi: आदेश (धार्मिक) - आज्ञा (धार्मिक)Arabic: وصية (دينية) - أمر (ديني)Bengali: আজ্ঞা - আদেশ (ধর্মীয়)Russian: заповедьJapanese: 戒律Vietnamese: điều rănKorean: 계명Turkish: emir (dini) - buyruk (dini)Urdu: حکم (مذہبی حکم)Indonesian: perintah (agama)
Example Sentences
The fifth commandment says to honor your father and mother.
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There are ten commandments in the Bible.
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A commandment is a rule to follow in my religion.
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For many, the Ten Commandments are a moral guide.
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He broke one of the commandments, and he feels very guilty.
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You don’t have to memorize every commandment, but understanding them is important.
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