ostensorio
/os.tenˈsɔ.rjo/masculine
The English word 'monstrance' is translated into Italian as ostensorio.
An ostensorio is a noun used to describe an ornamental receptacle in which the consecrated host is placed for Eucharistic adoration.
Meaning: ornamental receptacle in which the consecrated host is placed for Eucharistic adoration (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of ostensorio is ostensori.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /os.tenˈsɔ.rjo/. It has four syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the root of ostensorio is shared with the English word 'ostentatious'. Both derive from the Latin 'ostendere', referring to something intended to attract notice.
- The term raggiera describes the specific sunburst rays of an ostensorio, but it is also the word Italians use to describe the radial pattern of a bicycle wheel.
- The word ostensione is used in Italian law to describe the 'showing' of evidence or documents, bridging the gap between the sacred display of the host and the formal display of legal facts.
Examples in context
- Ho visto un ostensorio davvero bello oggi in chiesa!I saw a really beautiful ostensorium in church today!
- Come si dice "monstrance" in italiano? È lo stesso di "ostensorio"?How do you say "monstrance" in Italian? Is it the same as "ostensorio"?
- L'ostensore nella chiesa era un vero capolavoro.The ostensorium in the church was a real masterpiece.
- L'ostensorio brilla sotto le luci della chiesa.The monstrance shines under the church lights.
- Il sacerdote ha pulito l'ostensorio con cura.The priest cleaned the monstrance carefully.
- C'è un bellissimo ostensorio d'oro sull'altare.There is a beautiful golden monstrance on the altar.
Example conversation
Martina and Matteo are observing items in a sacristy.
- MartinaGuarda quanto è prezioso questo ostensorio, Matteo.Look how precious this monstrance is, Matteo.
- MatteoSì, è davvero un pezzo d'arte incredibile.Yes, it is truly an incredible piece of art.
- MartinaLo portiamo in processione durante la festa?Shall we carry it in procession during the feast?
- MatteoCertamente, sarà un momento molto solenne.Certainly, it will be a very solemn moment.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “monstrance” translations and entries ostensorio, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
