Sakrament

sacrament

noun zah-krah-MENT Rare

Origin: from Latin sacramentum

Usage Note

Sakrament is a sacred rite such as baptism (Taufe) or marriage (Ehe). Catholic doctrine counts seven; Protestant fewer. The word also appears as a mild oath in southern German dialects, e.g. Sakra!

Examples

"Die Taufe ist das erste Sakrament im Leben eines Christen."

Natural Translation

Baptism is the first sacrament in a Christian's life.

Literal Translation

The baptism is the first sacrament in-the life of-a Christian.

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