sing3 tong4聖堂圣堂
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Definition
A church building or temple used for Christian religious services.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical building used for worship, often implying a Catholic or Orthodox context rather than a general Protestant church. While Protestant churches are often called 教會, 聖堂 carries a more formal or architectural weight, frequently associated with the physical structure itself. It is the standard term used by local Catholics to describe their place of worship.
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Common mistake
Avoid using 聖堂 to refer to the community or organization of believers, as that is better expressed by 教會. Using it to describe a non-liturgical community hall or a generic meeting place for Christians can sound slightly unnatural or overly formal.
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Grammar guides
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