edifice in English
- edifice⇄edifice, noun.
a building, especially a large or impressive building, such as a cathedral, palace, or temple.
Ex. a spacious edifice of brick (Hawthorne).
edifice in Sindhi سنڌي
edifice in Tamil தமிழ்
edifice in Telugu తెలుగు
Edifice
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈɛd.ɪ.fɪs/ (US, UK)
Definitions
- A large, impressive building.
- A complex system of beliefs or principles.
Usage Examples
- The ancient edifice stood as a testament to architectural mastery.
- His philosophical edifice was built upon years of study and debate.
- The government constructed an imposing edifice in the city center.
Etymology
From Latin "aedificium" (building), derived from "aedificare" (to build), later adopted into Old French as "édifice."
Synonyms
- Structure
- Building
- Monument
- Framework
Antonyms
- Ruin
- Demolition
- Wreck
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Edificio | /eðiˈfiθjo/ |
| French | Édifice | /e.di.fis/ |
| German | Gebäude | /ɡəˈbɔʏ̯də/ |
| Chinese | 建筑 (jiànzhù) | /tɕiɛ̂n.ʈʂû/ |
| Japanese | 建物 (tatemono) | /ta.te.mo.no/ |
| Hindi | भवन (bhavan) | /bʰə.ʋən/ |
| Tamil | கட்டிடம் (kaṭṭiṭam) | /kaʈʈiʈam/ |
| Telugu | భవనం (bhavanam) | /bʰa.ʋa.nam/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- US: /ˈɛd.ɪ.fɪs/
- UK: /ˈɛd.ɪ.fɪs/
- India: /ˈɛd.ɪ.fɪs/ (with local accent influences)
Historical Usage
The term "edifice" has been used since the 14th century to describe grand buildings and complex ideological frameworks.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, an edifice represents power, stability, and civilization. Grand edifices such as temples, cathedrals, and castles symbolize historical and cultural significance.
More Information
The concept of an edifice extends beyond physical buildings to include social, political, and philosophical structures. In literature and philosophy, "edifice" is often used metaphorically to describe elaborate frameworks of thought.