French translation of xenodochium is 
donne

Meaning of "xenodochium" in English

Xenodochium is an obscure English term historically used to describe a house or lodge intended to receive strangers and guests. The word has roots in Ancient Greek, combining "xenos" meaning stranger or guest, and "docheion," meaning receptacle. Typically, it referred to guesthouses, hospitals, or hostels used during medieval times, often established by religious communities to care for travelers and the poor. These establishments were pivotal in providing shelter and hospitality in an era when travel was perilous and accommodations scarce.

Meaning of "donne" in French

In French, "donne" is the third person singular form of the verb "donner," which translates to "give" in English. It is used to indicate the action of giving in various contexts, and it can be employed in the present tense to describe current or habitual actions. The word is also used in expressions such as "cela ne me donne rien" (it gives me nothing), conveying meanings related to offering or providing something. Its widespread use makes it a versatile word in both spoken and written French.

Pronunciation of "xenodochium" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /zɛn.əˈdɒk.i.əm/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "xenodochium" may vary slightly depending on dialects or individual speech patterns. However, it is more consistent given its historical and specialized use.

Pronunciation of "donne" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /dɔn/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "donne" remains fairly consistent across French-speaking regions, though slight variations may occur in vowel sounds, influenced by local accents.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The xenodochium offered a warm welcome to weary travelers.
   (Le xenodochium offrait un accueil chaleureux aux voyageurs fatigués.)

2. Many medieval monasteries maintained a xenodochium for pilgrims.
   (De nombreux monastères médiévaux entretenaient un xenodochium pour les pèlerins.)

3. The architectural style of a xenodochium was simple yet functional.
   (Le style architectural d'un xenodochium était simple mais fonctionnel.)

4. A xenodochium served as a refuge in times of harsh weather.
   (Un xenodochium servait de refuge en période de mauvais temps.)

5. The xenodochium provided meals for travelers who could not pay.
   (Le xenodochium offrait des repas aux voyageurs qui ne pouvaient pas payer.)

6. With the decline of pilgrimages, many xenodochia were abandoned.
   (Avec le déclin des pèlerinages, de nombreux xenodochia ont été abandonnés.)

7. The community gathered resources to refurbish the old xenodochium.
   (La communauté a rassemblé des ressources pour rénover l'ancien xenodochium.)

8. Visiting the xenodochium was part of their cultural heritage tour.
   (Visiter le xenodochium faisait partie de leur visite du patrimoine culturel.)

9. Xenodochium services varied depending on the region and local resources.
   (Les services de xenodochium variaient selon la région et les ressources locales.)

10. Historical records often mention the xenodochium in travel diaries.
    (Les documents historiques mentionnent souvent le xenodochium dans les journaux de voyage.)

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

Synonyms: guesthouse, hospice, hostel, inn, asylum

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: hotel, lodge, shelter, refuge, sanctuary

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

Synonyms: offre, remet, livre, transmet, accorde

Antonyms: prend, retiens, refuse

Similar Words: cède, délègue, transfert, communique, accorde

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