psalm

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Definitions

n.

A sacred song or hymn, especially one of the 150 poems in the biblical Book of Psalms.

圣诗,圣歌;(尤指《圣经·诗篇》中的)诗篇

v.

To sing psalms or praise with sacred songs.

唱圣歌,以诗篇颂扬

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
psalmother
=psalm

Common Collocations

  • 1.recite a psalm诵读诗篇
  • 2.sing a psalm吟唱圣诗
  • 3.Book of Psalms《诗篇》
  • 4.chant psalms吟诵圣歌

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The choir sang a psalm at the beginning of the Sunday service.

  • 2.

    Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved passages in the entire Bible.

  • 3.

    She found comfort in reciting psalms during difficult times.

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