This is the 1948th most frequent Chinese word.
教堂
Church.
教堂 is used here to specifically refer to the building where religious ceremonies take place, emphasizing its role in the context of worship.
星期天早上，许多人去教堂参加弥撒。
On Sunday morning, many people go to the church for mass.
教堂 in this sentence refers to several churches collectively, highlighting their architectural beauty and cultural interest rather than their religious function.
这座城市有许多美丽的教堂，吸引了许多游客。
This city has many beautiful churches, attracting many tourists.
教堂 is depicted here as the object in a piece of artwork, focusing on its visual representation rather than its practical use.