Jesús (en. Jesus)

/xeˈsus/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Name of the founder of Christianity.
Jesus taught about love and mercy.
Jesús enseñó sobre el amor y la misericordia.
Reference to a central religious figure in Christianity.
The teachings of Jesus are fundamental to the Christian faith.
Las enseñanzas de Jesús son fundamentales para la fe cristiana.
Name used in cultural or colloquial contexts.
'Jesus!' is often heard as an expression of surprise.
A menudo se escucha '¡Jesús!' como expresión de sorpresa.

Etymology

From the Hebrew יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua), which means 'Yahweh is salvation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Jesus, how many years have passed!
Expression of surprise or nostalgia when remembering the time.
¡Jesús, cuántos años han pasado!
He said to Jesus
Reference to a teaching or parable attributed to Jesus.
Le dijo Jesús
Jesus has a plan
Phrase used to express confidence in a future.
Jesús tiene un plan

Related Words

Christianity
Religion based on the teachings of Jesus.
Cristianismo
Bible
Set of sacred books where accounts of Jesus can be found.
Biblia
Nazareth
Place of origin of Jesus.
Nazaret

Slang Meanings

Expression of astonishment or disbelief.
Jesus, I can't believe what just happened!
¡Jesús, no puedo creer lo que acaba de suceder!
Exclamation used in stressful situations.
Jesus, this is a disaster.
Jesús, esto es un desastre.