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satã

/saˈtã/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

Satan; the supreme spirit of evil, adversary of God, and ruler of hell in Abrahamic religions.

Example Sentences:
  • Ele agia como se estivesse possuído pelo satã.
  • Na tradição cristã, satã é considerado o grande tentador da humanidade.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Ecclesiastical Latin 'Satan', from Ancient Greek 'Satān' (Σατᾶν), ultimately originating from Hebrew 'śātān' (שָׂטָן), meaning 'adversary' or 'accuser'. In Portuguese, it functions as a common alternative spelling or lowercase variant of Satanás.

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Frequently Asked Questions About “satã

1. What is the meaning of “satã” in English?

In English, satã (noun) is defined as: “Satan; the supreme spirit of evil, adversary of God, and ruler of hell in Abrahamic religions.”.

2. How do you use “satã” in a sentence?

Ele agia como se estivesse possuído pelo satã.

3. What are English synonyms of “satã”?

Common synonyms include:satanás,diabo,lúcifer,maligno

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “satã”?

Derived from the Ecclesiastical Latin 'Satan', from Ancient Greek 'Satān' (Σατᾶν), ultimately originating from Hebrew 'śātān' (שָׂטָן), meaning 'adversary' or 'accuser'. In Portuguese, it functions as a common alternative spelling or lowercase variant of Satanás.