alleluja
|al-le-lu-ja|
B2
/ˌælɪˈluːjə/
praise or joy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alleluja' originates from Hebrew, specifically the word 'hallelujah,' where 'hallel' meant 'praise' and 'jah' referred to 'God.'
Historical Evolution
'hallelujah' transformed into the Latin word 'alleluia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alleluja.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'praise God,' but over time it evolved into a general expression of praise or joy.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a song or hymn of praise, typically used in religious contexts.
The choir sang a beautiful alleluja during the service.
Synonyms
Interjection 1
an exclamation of praise or joy.
Alleluja! We finally completed the project.
Synonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/06/26 01:52