nativity

noun
UK: /nəˈtɪv.ə.ti/
US: /nəˈtɪv.ə.t̬i/

  1. The birth of a person, especially Jesus Christ.

    1. The play tells the story of the nativity.
    2. Many churches celebrate the nativity with special services and songs.

  2. A picture or model that represents the birth of Jesus Christ.

    1. We put up a nativity scene every Christmas.
    2. The town square features a large nativity during the holiday season.

  3. The origin or circumstances of a person's birth.

    1. His nativity was humble, but he rose to greatness.
    2. The records provide insights into her nativity and early life.

Synonyms

birth origin lineage ancestry

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "nativity" in English means: The birth of a person, especially Jesus Christ., A picture or model that represents the birth of Jesus Christ., The origin or circumstances of a person's birth..

The phonetic transcription of "nativity" is /nəˈtɪv.ə.ti/ in British English and /nəˈtɪv.ə.t̬i/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "nativity": birth, origin, lineage, ancestry.

Example usage of "nativity": "The play tells the story of the nativity.". More examples on the page.