How to Pronounce "cella"
word
ˈsɛɫə
SEL-uh
ˈsɛlə
SEL-uh
Definition
In classical architecture, a cella is the inner room of a Greek or Roman temple, usually housing the statue of a god or goddess.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛɫə
British English
ˈsɛlə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEL-uh
UK
SEL-uh
Listen in Context
The ancient temple's cella was built to honor the goddess.
Many statues were kept in the cella of Greek temples.
Visitors could not always enter the cella of the temple.
The cella was the most sacred part of the temple, hidden from the public.