Italian - English (British) translations for "nave"
"nave" Italian translation
Translation
ship
Definition
A nave is a large, central area of a church or cathedral that extends from the entrance to the altar and is used for congregational worship.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
feminine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: ship
La nave da crociera attraversa l'oceano.
The cruise ship is crossing the ocean.
Meaning: vessel
La nave spaziale è pronta per il lancio.
The spacecraft is ready for launch.
Meaning: church
La nave della cattedrale è molto imponente.
The cathedral's nave is very impressive.
Meaning: hull
Il mare ha danneggiato la nave sul fondo.
The sea has damaged the hull at the bottom of the ship.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: La nave è grande.
A1: The ship is big.
A1: Ho visto una nave nel porto.
A1: I saw a ship in the harbor.
A1: La nave sta per partire.
A1: The ship is about to depart.
B1: La nave ha attraversato l'oceano in due settimane.
B1: The ship crossed the ocean in two weeks.
B1: Sono salito sulla nave e ho trovato la mia cabina.
B1: I boarded the ship and found my cabin.
B2: La nave stava navigando verso il porto quando si è verificata la tempesta.
B2: The ship was sailing towards the harbor when the storm occurred.
C1: Dopo aver visitato diverse città, la nave attraccò a Venezia.
C1: After visiting several cities, the ship docked in Venice.
C1: La nave aveva solcato i mari per molti anni prima di essere ritirata dal servizio.
C1: The ship had sailed the seas for many years before being retired from service.
C2: La nave sarà dotata delle più avanzate tecnologie per garantire la sicurezza dei passeggeri.
C2: The ship will be equipped with the most advanced technologies to ensure passenger safety.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The nave is an important architectural feature of many Christian churches and cathedrals. It is typically the largest and most prominent part of the building, and it serves as the main gathering space for worshippers during services. The word "nave" comes from the Latin word "navis," which means "ship." This is because the shape of the nave resembles an inverted ship hull, with its high ceiling arching up like the keel of a boat.
In addition to its religious significance, the nave also has important symbolic meaning. It represents the journey of the faithful through life, with the entrance symbolizing birth and the altar symbolizing death and resurrection. The long, narrow shape of the nave emphasizes this sense of progression, drawing the eye towards the altar and creating a sense of anticipation and awe.
Naves can vary in size and style depending on the time period and location in which they were built. Some naves are simple and unadorned, while others are richly decorated with intricate carvings, stained glass windows, and other embellishments. Regardless of their appearance, however, all naves serve as a powerful reminder of the central role that religion has played in shaping human history and culture.