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    Amén (en. Amen)

    /aˈmen/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Word used at the end of sentences to express agreement or a wish for what has been expressed to come true.
    Everyone in the church responded 'amen' at the end of the prayer.
    Todos en la iglesia respondieron 'amén' al terminar la oración.
    In a religious context, denotes an affirmation of faith.
    The priest asked for an 'amen' from the congregation.
    El sacerdote pidió un 'amén' de la congregación.
    Expression that is also used in informal contexts to show approval.
    When I heard the proposal, I could only say 'amen' to everything.
    Cuando escuché la propuesta, solo pude decir 'amén' a todo.

    Etymology

    From Hebrew 'āmēn', which means 'so be it' or 'truly'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    amen and amen
    Expression that emphasizes the confirmation of what was previously said.
    amén y amén
    truly, amen
    Phrase used to strongly affirm an opinion.
    de verdad, amén

    Related Words

    prayer
    Expression or set of words directed towards God.
    oración
    faith
    Belief in something that cannot be proven, especially in a religious context.
    fe
    praise
    Expression of admiration or respect towards the divine.
    alabanza

    Slang Meanings

    Expression of agreement in an informal conversation.
    When he said the party would be fun, I responded: 'amen!'
    Cuando él dijo que la fiesta sería divertida, yo respondí: '¡amén!'
    Used to confirm something that has been said.
    If you think the movie was amazing, amen to that!
    Si piensas que la película fue increíble, ¡amén a eso!