Spanish Conversation · Level 78
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Spanish word
sacerdotal
Pronunciation
IPA/saθeɾðoˈtal/
Meaning
- adjectivepriestly
Example
La ceremonia sacerdotal fue solemne.
The priestly ceremony was solemn.
More examples
El obispo habló con tono sacerdotal y la audiencia guardó silencio.
The bishop spoke in a priestly tone and the audience fell silent.
Core concept
A priest in full liturgical vestments performing a ritual at the altar.
Similar words
religioso: Concerns religion broadly, including beliefs, rituals, and devotion.
eclesiástico: Applies to the organized church, its governance, and clerical affairs.
sacro: Denotes what is regarded as sacred or consecrated within religion.
Definition in Spanish
Perteneciente o relacionado con los sacerdotes y su función religiosa.
Word origin
It comes from Latin sacerdōs 'priest' plus the adjectival suffix -ālis, via medieval Latin sacerdotālis.
Usage tips
- A formal adjective chiefly used in religious or academic Spanish, and speakers often use 'los sacerdotes' or 'el clero' instead in casual speech.