What is another word for Abuna?

Pronunciation: [ɐbˈuːnə] (IPA)

The word "Abuna" is a Ge'ez language term that is commonly used in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity to refer to a priest or religious leader. Synonyms for the word "Abuna" include "Kahen," "Kesis," "Keshi," and "Mekonen." These terms are widely used among the Orthodox Christian community in Ethiopia, Eritrea, and other parts of East Africa. Other synonyms for "Abuna" include "spiritual father," "ecclesiastical authority," and "pastor." These words are used to describe the same role and function in the Orthodox Church, which is that of a spiritual leader who is responsible for leading the congregation in worship and guiding them on matters of faith.

What are the hypernyms for Abuna?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Abuna

In the descent we passed a Maronite priest riding, attended by a guide on foot; the former was greeted by our party with his title of Abuna, a novelty to us Jerusalemites.
"Byeways in Palestine"
James Finn

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