nuns
word · lemma: nun
/ˈnənz/
nuhnz
/nˈʌnz/
nuhnz
Definition
Nuns are women who live a religious life, often in a convent, and dedicate themselves to spiritual practice and service, especially in Christian traditions.
Usage & Nuances
"Nuns" is the plural of "nun" and is most commonly associated with Catholicism but is also used in other religions. Nuns are distinct from monks (male). Common phrases: "a group of nuns", "the nuns at the convent".
Spanish: monjasPortuguese (BR): freirasPortuguese (PT): freirasChinese (Simplified): 修女Chinese (Traditional): 修女Hindi: साध्वियाँArabic: راهباتBengali: নানRussian: монахиниJapanese: 修道女Vietnamese: nữ tuKorean: 수녀Turkish: rahibelerUrdu: راہباتIndonesian: biarawati
Example Sentences
Many nuns work in schools and hospitals.
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Have you ever met any nuns before?
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The nuns live in a convent near the church.
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Nuns pray together every morning.
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The nuns organized a charity event for the community last month.
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A few nuns smiled and waved as we walked past the garden.
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