Bendita (en. Blessed)

/ben'dita/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

One who has received the blessing of God.

The family lives in a blessed house, full of peace.

La familia vive en una casa bendita, llena de paz.

Something that is a source of happiness or pride.

Clara's son is a blessed child for being so talented.

El hijo de Clara es un niño bendito por ser tan talentoso.

Something considered a gift or fortune.

That job is a blessed opportunity that cannot be missed.

Ese empleo es una bendita oportunidad que no se puede dejar pasar.

It comes from the Latin 'benedicta', which means 'blessed'.

blessed life

A life filled with happiness and blessings.

vida bendita

blessed youth

Reference to youth as a privileged time full of opportunities.

bendita juventud

to be a blessing

Describing someone as a gift or fortune in another's life.

ser una bendición

blessing

Action of blessing or bestowing good fortune.

bendición

to bless

To confer a blessing or wish the best for someone.

bendecir

blessed (as in fortunate)

One who enjoys great happiness or fortune.

bienaventurado

A term of endearment to refer to a loved one.

That old friend is a blessed person, always helping everyone.

Ese viejo amigo es una bendita persona, siempre ayuda a todos.

Used to express admiration or appreciation for something.

That new car is a blessed machine.

Ese coche nuevo es una bendita máquina.