French Conversation · Level 66
60 words
French word
chapelle
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃapɛl/
Meaning
- feminine nounchapel
Example
Il y a une chapelle près d'ici.
There is a chapel near here.
More examples
La chapelle du village est très ancienne et intéressante.
The village chapel is very old and interesting.
Core concept
A small Christian worship building or room set apart for prayer, often linked to a saint, institution, or special purpose.
Common phrases
la chapelle du village
the village chapel
visiter la chapelle
visit the chapel
une chapelle historique
a historic chapel
Similar words
église: A local Christian church where people gather to worship or attend Mass.
cathédrale: A large, grand Christian cathedral that serves as a bishop's seat.
temple: A place of worship for non-Catholic religions such as Protestantism or Judaism.
basilique: A large Christian church with special status and historical or religious importance.
Definition in French
Édifice religieux de petite taille utilisé pour la prière chrétienne, parfois séparé de l'église principale et dédié à un saint ou à une fonction précise.
Word origin
French chapelle comes through Old French from Late Latin capella, originally a place holding Saint Martin's cloak, then a small place of worship.
Usage tips
- Chapelle is feminine, so standard forms include une chapelle, cette chapelle, and la chapelle.