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pastoral

Pronunciation: [ˈpæstərəl]

Word

Learn how to use pastoral in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “lifestyle”

(adjective) relating to the countryside or rural life. It describes a simple, peaceful way of living, often in beautiful natural surroundings, like farms or fields.

Example

The pastoral scenery of rolling hills and green fields was breathtaking.

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Living in a big city is not pastoral at all; it can be busy and noisy.

Example

What do you like most about the pastoral lifestyle?

Context: “religion”

(adjective) related to the duties and guidance of a priest or religious leader. It involves caring for the spiritual needs of a community.

Example

The pastor's pastoral care helped many people in the church feel supported.

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The church services lacked pastoral guidance, leaving many members feeling lost.

Example

How does the pastor provide pastoral support to his congregation?

Context: “literature”

(noun) a type of poem or writing that talks about rural life and nature, often in a sentimental or idealized way. It features shepherds and the beauty of the countryside.

Example

Many famous poets wrote pastoral poems that celebrate the beauty of nature.

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His writing was not pastoral; it focused more on city life rather than the countryside.

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Can you name a famous pastoral poem?

How to pronounce pastoral

Pronunciation: [ˈpæstərəl]

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