Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
capella
noun
/kəˈpɛlə/
Definition
A ward or chapel in a church, often used in a religious context.
Examples
- The priest led the congregation in prayer inside the capella.
- In medieval times, knights would often seek solace in a capella before going to battle.
- The art in the capella was breathtaking, depicting scenes from various religious stories.
Meaning
The term ‘capella’ refers to a small chapel or a place of worship, especially one that is part of a larger building such as a church or a cathedral.
Synonyms
- chapel
- worship space
- shrine
- sanctuary
