Viatikum

dasNoun

viaticum; last communion

English translations

  1. 01

    viaticum

Word details

German meaning
Die heilige Kommunion, die einem Sterbenden gereicht wird; Wegzehrung.
English meaning
The Eucharist as given to a person near or in danger of death; provision for a journey.
Synonym
Sterbesakrament, Wegzehrung
German example
Der Priester brachte dem Sterbenden das Viatikum.
English example
The priest brought the viaticum to the dying man.
Type
Noun
Article
das
Singular Form
das Viatikum
Plural Form
die Viatika

Example sentences with “Viatikum”

  1. Der Priester spendete das Viatikum. (The priest administered the viaticum.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Viatikum' used in everyday life?

No, it is a specialized theological term. Neuter (das).