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    Arzobispos (en. Archbishops)

    /aɾθoˈbispos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Ecclesiastical title superior to that of bishop.
    The archbishop of Madrid celebrated a mass in the cathedral.
    El arzobispo de Madrid celebró una misa en la catedral.
    Representative of the Holy See in a specific region.
    Archbishops play an important role in the administration of dioceses.
    Los arzobispos tienen un papel importante en la administración de las diócesis.
    Responsible for coordinating the bishops in his jurisdiction.
    Every year, the archbishop organizes a meeting with the bishops of the region.
    Cada año, el arzobispo organiza un encuentro con los obispos de la región.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'archiepiscopus', which means chief or superior bishop.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    metropolitan archbishop
    Archbishop who supervises several dioceses.
    arzobispo metropolitano
    consistory of archbishops
    Formal meeting of archbishops to address church matters.
    consistorio de arzobispos

    Related Words

    bishop
    Church dignitary who leads a diocese.
    obispo
    priest
    Priest who performs pastoral functions in a parish.
    cura
    episcopal city
    City where a bishop resides.
    ciudad episcopal

    Slang Meanings

    It is used to refer to someone who has a lot of authority.
    That project went through the archbishop of the team.
    Ese proyecto pasó por el arzobispo del equipo.
    In the context of decisions, it means the figure who has the final say.
    Only the archbishop can decide on that matter.
    Solo el arzobispo puede decidir sobre ese tema.