Ecclesiastical Latin Pronunciation

Excelsis

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Definition
adjective
lofty/high, tall, exalted, elevated, noble, of high position/rank/reputation
Form of excelsus

This is the Ecclesiastical (Church Latin) pronunciation of Excelsis, as used in the traditional Catholic Mass, Rosary, and liturgical prayers. Ecclesiastical Latin follows Italian phonetic rules and is the pronunciation taught by the Vatican.

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