alleluia Ah-lay-LOO-yuh Your browser does not support the audio element. [ Hebrew , praise Yahweh ] Definition An exclamation of praise to God; Alleluia refers to an elaborate chant sung as the fifth sung item of a Proper Mass. It is sometimes replaced by a Tract on special occasions. See Also [Abbreviation] All. [Abbreviation] Al. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2013-02-14 18:48:53