French translation of jesuit is 
jésuite

Meaning of "jesuit" in English

The term "jesuit" refers to a member of the Society of Jesus, a Roman Catholic religious order founded by Saint Ignatius of Loyola in 1540. Jesuits are known for their educational, missionary, and charitable work, and they play a significant role in intellectual and theological debates within the Church. The order emphasizes discipline, obedience, and a commitment to education and social justice. Jesuits have historically been involved in establishing schools, colleges, and universities around the world.

Meaning of "jésuite" in French

In French, "jésuite" is used to refer to a member of the Society of Jesus ("Société de Jésus"), a religious order founded by Saint Ignatius of Loyola in the 16th century. Known for their work in education, missions, and intellectual pursuits, Jesuits are influential both within the Catholic Church and in the broader world. The order is dedicated to teaching, scholarship, and social justice, and has established numerous educational institutions globally.

Pronunciation of "jesuit" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdʒɛzjuɪt/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "jesuit" may vary slightly between American and British English, primarily in the stress and the vowel sounds. In American English, it is often pronounced more like /ˈdʒɛʒuɪt/, while British English tends to adhere closely to the original transcription.

Pronunciation of "jésuite" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ʒe.zɥit/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation of "jésuite" does not significantly vary by region, though minor variations might occur in rate of speech or accent, allowing the 's' to sound more like a soft 'z' in some dialects.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The Jesuit priest delivered an inspiring sermon on compassion.
   (Le prêtre jésuite a prononcé un sermon inspirant sur la compassion.)

2. Many Jesuit schools are renowned for their academic excellence.
   (De nombreuses écoles jésuites sont réputées pour leur excellence académique.)

3. The Jesuits played a key role in the Counter-Reformation.
   (Les jésuites ont joué un rôle clé dans la Contre-Réforme.)

4. A Jesuit missionary arrived in the village to offer educational support.
   (Un missionnaire jésuite est arrivé au village pour offrir un soutien éducatif.)

5. Jesuits have been active in social justice initiatives worldwide.
   (Les jésuites ont été actifs dans des initiatives de justice sociale dans le monde entier.)

6. The university founded by Jesuits has a long history of inclusiveness.
   (L'université fondée par des jésuites a une longue histoire d'inclusion.)

7. Many Jesuit scholars contribute significantly to theological research.
   (De nombreux chercheurs jésuites contribuent de manière significative à la recherche théologique.)

8. The Jesuit order was suppressed in certain countries during the 18th century.
   (L'ordre jésuite a été supprimé dans certains pays au XVIIIe siècle.)

9. Jesuit education emphasizes critical thinking and moral reasoning.
   (L'éducation jésuite met l'accent sur la pensée critique et le raisonnement moral.)

10. He studied under a Jesuit mentor who shaped his philosophical views.
    (Il a étudié sous la direction d'un mentor jésuite qui a façonné ses vues philosophiques.)

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

Synonyms: priest, cleric, missionary, brother, monk, prelate, theologian

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: catholic, dominican, franciscan, benedictine, order, congregation

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

Synonyms: prêtre, religieux, missionnaire, frère, moine, prélat, théologien

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: catholique, dominicain, franciscain, bénédictin, ordre, congrégation

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