Meaning of "ichthyolatry" in English

Ichthyolatry refers to the worship or adoration of fish. This practice is an aspect of some ancient or indigenous religions where fish are considered sacred and are revered as divine entities or symbols of fertility. The term combines "ichthyo," which means fish, and "latry," meaning worship. While ichthyolatry is not commonly practiced today, it provides insight into how ancient cultures understood and connected with the natural world around them.

Meaning of "ichthyolatry" in French

Ichthyolatry, in French, also pertains to the veneration or worship of fish as sacred or divine figures. This practice mainly existed in some ancient cultures, where fish held symbolic meanings, often connected to fertility or other divine attributes. This cultural practice is captured by the same term in both English and French, indicating the historical cross-cultural significance of such religious tendencies, emphasizing the respect and mythological importance of aquatic life in human religious history.

Pronunciation of "ichthyolatry" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˌɪk.θiˈɒl.ə.tri/.

Pronunciation Variations: There are minimal dialectical variations in the pronunciation of "ichthyolatry" due to its specific scientific nature. However, regional accents may influence the stress and intonation of the syllables slightly.

Pronunciation of "ichthyolatry" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ik.ti.ɔ.la.tʁi/.

Pronunciation Variations: Like in English, French regional accents may slightly alter vowel sounds or stress. However, due to its technical nature, variations are generally subtle.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The ancient Egyptians practiced ichthyolatry, particularly worshipping the Nile fish. (Les anciens Égyptiens pratiquaient l'ichthyolâtrie, vénérant particulièrement le poisson du Nil.)
  2. Ichthyolatry was a significant part of the culture in certain indigenous communities. (L'ichthyolâtrie faisait partie intégrante de la culture de certaines communautés indigènes.)
  3. In myths, ichthyolatry often relates to fish gods associated with fertility. (Dans les mythes, l'ichthyolâtrie est souvent liée aux dieux poissons associés à la fertilité.)
  4. Researchers discovered evidence of ichthyolatry in the ancient ruins. (Les chercheurs ont découvert des preuves d'ichthyolâtrie dans les ruines anciennes.)
  5. The festival celebrates ichthyolatry with rituals and offerings to fish deities. (Le festival célèbre l'ichthyolâtrie avec des rituels et des offrandes aux divinités poissons.)
  6. Ichthyolatry has diminished over the centuries but remains a topic of interest. (L'ichthyolâtrie a diminué au fil des siècles, mais reste un sujet d'intérêt.)
  7. Some historians argue ichthyolatry influenced agricultural practices. (Certains historiens soutiennent que l'ichthyolâtrie a influencé les pratiques agricoles.)
  8. The concept of ichthyolatry fascinates those studying ancient religions. (Le concept d'ichthyolâtrie fascine ceux qui étudient les religions anciennes.)
  9. Artifacts indicate that ichthyolatry involved elaborate ceremonies. (Les artefacts indiquent que l'ichthyolâtrie impliquait des cérémonies élaborées.)
  10. Ichthyolatry is depicted in various ancient mural paintings. (L'ichthyolâtrie est représentée dans diverses peintures murales anciennes.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ichthyolatry" in English

Synonyms: piscidolatry.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: fish worship, aquatic veneration, marine adoration, piscine reverence.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ichthyolatry" in French

Synonyms: piscidolâtrie.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: culte des poissons, adoration aquatique, vénération marine.

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