Lexical entry

ドミンゴ

domingo

Archaic term for Sunday in early Japanese Christianity.

Society & InstitutionsPure GairaigoSource: Portuguese

Meaning

A Portuguese-derived term used by early Japanese Christians (Kirishitan) to refer to Sunday or the Sabbath.

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切支丹

キリシタン

A historical term for Christianity in feudal Japan, or for a Christian.

サバト

The Sabbath; a holy day of rest.

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