giubileo
/dʒuˈbiːle.o/A special year of celebration in the Catholic Church, marked by pilgrimage, indulgences, and spiritual renewal.
Durante il Giubileo, molti pellegrini visitano Roma.
During the Jubilee, many pilgrims visit Rome.
The Jubilee is celebrated every 25 or 50 years, or sometimes at the discretion of the Pope for special occasions.
A period of celebration or commemoration, often marking an anniversary or significant event.
Il paese ha celebrato il giubileo dei suoi 100 anni di indipendenza.
The country celebrated the jubilee of its 100th anniversary of independence.
In a broader sense, 'giubileo' can refer to any significant anniversary or celebration.
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Capitalization
Remember to capitalize 'Giubileo' when referring to the Catholic Church's Jubilee years.
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Religious Context
The primary meaning of 'Giubileo' is religious, referring to the Catholic Jubilee years.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'iubilum,' meaning 'jubilee' or 'rejoicing,' derived from the Hebrew 'yovel,' referring to the Year of Jubilee in the Old Testament.
📝Usage Notes
In Italian, 'Giubileo' is capitalized when referring to the Catholic Church's official Jubilee years. The lowercase 'giubileo' is used for general celebrations.