Italian · Culture & Society
religione
religion
Intermediatenoun · f
Definition
A system of faith and worship.
Example
La religione cattolica ha grande importanza in Italia.
The Catholic religion has great importance in Italy.
Etymology
The term 'religione' comes from the Latin 'religio', which broadly pertains to the bond between humans and deities and has evolved to encompass various faith systems.
How & Where It’s Used
'Religione' is often used in both formal (theological discussions, academic writings) and informal contexts (everyday conversation). It is widespread throughout Italy and relevant in various social contexts.
Literary Heritage
The term features in many religious texts, including the Bible and the writings of Italian theologians such as St. Thomas Aquinas.