sinner
word
/ˈsɪnɝ/
SI-nur
/sˈɪnɐ/
SI-nuh
Definition
A sinner is a person who has done something wrong or against religious or moral laws.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in religious contexts, especially Christianity, to describe someone who has broken moral or divine laws. Can also be used informally to joke about small mistakes ('We're all sinners here!'). Formal or old-fashioned in non-religious use.
Spanish: pecadorPortuguese (BR): pecadorPortuguese (PT): pecadorChinese (Simplified): 罪人Chinese (Traditional): 罪人Hindi: पापीArabic: خاطئBengali: পাপীRussian: грешникJapanese: 罪人Vietnamese: người tội lỗiKorean: 죄인Turkish: günahkarUrdu: گنہگارIndonesian: pendosa - orang berdosa
Example Sentences
He asked for forgiveness because he was a sinner.
basic
Many people believe everyone is a sinner in some way.
basic
The priest welcomed the sinner back to the church.
basic
Don't judge me—we're all sinners in our own ways.
natural
He laughed and said, 'Just another sinner trying to do better.'
natural
She doesn't see herself as a sinner, just someone who made mistakes.
natural