Kirchenportal
church portal; church doorway
noun KIR-khen-por-tahl Rare
Origin: from Latin porta
Usage Note
Kirchenportal is the main ornamental entrance of a church, often richly decorated with sculptures and reliefs. It is an important architectural element in Romanesque and Gothic churches.
Examples
"Das romanische Kirchenportal zeigt Szenen aus dem Leben Marias."
Natural Translation
The Romanesque church portal depicts scenes from the life of Mary.
Literal Translation
The Romanesque church-portal shows scenes from the life of Mary.
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