Agustín (en. Augustine)

/aɡusˈtin/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A name of Latin origin that means 'the revered'.
Agustín is a very common name in several Spanish-speaking countries.
Agustín es un nombre muy común en varios países de habla hispana.
Referring to Saint Augustine, Christian theologian and philosopher.
The teachings of Augustine of Hippo are fundamental in Western theology.
Las enseñanzas de Agustín de Hipona son fundamentales en la teología occidental.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'Augustinus', diminutive of 'AUGUSTUS', which means 'venerable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Saint Augustine
Reference to the influential Christian theologian.
San Agustín
Augustinian
Related to the teachings of Saint Augustine.
Agustiniano

Related Words

Augustus
Similar name that also comes from Latin and means 'venerable'.
Augusto
agustinar
Verb that refers to the influence or teachings of Saint Augustine.
agustinar
augustani
Related to the Order of Saint Augustine.
augustani

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term to refer to a highly respected person.
That decision was made by the agustin of the company.
Esa decisión la tomó el agustin de la empresa.
Used in certain regions to describe someone who acts with great solemnity.
Don't be so agustín, relax a little.
No seas tan agustín, relájate un poco.