Angélica (en. Angelica)

an-xe-li-ka

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Name of an aromatic plant with medicinal properties.
Angelica is used in traditional medicine.
La angélica se utiliza en la medicina tradicional.
Plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family.
In cooking, the stem of angelica is used to make preserves.
En la cocina, se emplea el tallo de la angélica para hacer conservas.
Feminine name of Spanish origin.
Angelica is a common name in various cultures.
Angelica es un nombre común en varias culturas.

Etymology

The term 'angélica' comes from the Latin 'angelica', which means 'related to angels.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

power of the angélica
It refers to the medicinal benefits of the plant.
poder de la angélica
angelica tea
Infusion made with the leaves of the plant to soothe discomfort.
te de angélica
use angélica to heal
It refers to the practice of using this plant in natural remedies.
usar angélica para curar

Related Words

medicine
Science dedicated to the treatment and prevention of diseases.
medicina
herbalism
Study and use of herbs for medicinal purposes.
herbolaria
aromatic
Plant that has a strong and pleasant smell or taste.
aromática

Slang Meanings

A very sweet or kind person.
That girl is so angelic; she always helps others.
Esa chica es tan angélica, siempre ayuda a los demás.
Something that has an ethereal or angelic appearance.
The decoration of the party was so angelic that it seemed from another world.
La decoración de la fiesta era tan angélica que parecía de otro mundo.