French translation of kittel is 
kittel

Meaning of "kittel" in English

A "kittel" is a traditional garment, often a white robe, worn by Jewish men during special religious occasions such as Yom Kippur, Passover Seders, and their wedding. The kittel symbolizes purity and humility in these contexts. It is typically made of cotton or linen and is worn as an outer garment. In certain communities, a kittel is also worn by the deceased as a burial shroud. This garment plays an important role in Jewish religious and cultural practices.

Meaning of "kittel" in French

In French, "kittel" refers to the same traditional garment as in English, used primarily during Jewish religious ceremonies. A "kittel" is a white robe worn for its symbolic representations of purity and piety. It is customary for Jewish men to wear it at significant religious events, including Yom Kippur and Passover, as well as at weddings. The term is used in the same cultural and religious contexts as in English, reflecting its role in Jewish traditions and rituals.

Pronunciation of "kittel" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈkɪtəl/

Pronunciation Variations: Generally pronounced the same in most English-speaking regions, with slight variations in vowel emphasis based on local accents.

Pronunciation of "kittel" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /kitɛl/

Pronunciation Variations: In French-speaking regions, the pronunciation remains relatively consistent, though it may be influenced by the speaker's native accent.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He wore a kittel for the Yom Kippur service. (Il portait un kittel pour le service de Yom Kippour.)
2. The groom's kittel was pure white for the wedding ceremony. (Le kittel du marié était d'un blanc pur pour la cérémonie de mariage.)
3. Wearing a kittel, he felt a sense of humility. (En portant un kittel, il ressentait un sentiment d'humilité.)
4. The kittel is traditionally worn on Passover. (Le kittel est traditionnellement porté à Pâque.)
5. Many Jewish men own a kittel for religious occasions. (Beaucoup d'hommes juifs possèdent un kittel pour les occasions religieuses.)
6. The simplicity of the kittel signifies spiritual purity. (La simplicité du kittel signifie la pureté spirituelle.)
7. During the Seder, he donned his kittel. (Pendant le Seder, il a mis son kittel.)
8. The kittel was passed down from his father. (Le kittel a été transmis par son père.)
9. His family tradition included wearing a kittel. (Sa tradition familiale incluait le port d'un kittel.)
10. The community gathered, each in their kittel. (La communauté s'est réunie, chacun dans son kittel.)

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

Synonyms: robe, garment, robe of purity, prayer robe, religious robe.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: frock, tunic, cloak, cassock, alb.

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

Synonyms: robe, vêtement, robe blanche, robe de prière, robe religieuse.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: tunique, chasuble, soutane, aube, manteau.

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