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    Cardenal (en. Cardinal)

    /kaʁ.de.nal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A bishop who has been raised to the rank of prince of the Church.
    The cardinal participated in the conclave to elect the new pope.
    El cardenal participó en el conclave para elegir al nuevo papa.
    A bird with bright red plumage, common in North America.
    We saw a cardinal in the garden, it stood out among the green leaves.
    Vimos un cardenal en el jardín, se destacaba entre las hojas verdes.
    An intense red color, similar to that worn by cardinals of the Church.
    The dress was a beautiful cardinal color.
    El vestido era de un hermoso color cardenal.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'cardinalis' meaning 'principal' or 'fundamental'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cardinal of the Church
    Refers to a high ecclesiastical dignitary with significant power.
    cardenal de la Iglesia
    cardinal bird
    Designates a specific type of American bird with red plumage.
    pájaro cardenal
    cardinal red
    Indicates a specific shade of red related to the clothing of cardinals.
    rojo cardenal

    Related Words

    prelate
    A high-ranking ecclesiastic.
    prelado
    ecclesiastic
    Pertaining to the church or the clergy.
    ecclesiástico
    canon
    Cleric living according to the regime of a chapter of canons.
    canónigo

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to something that is extremely red or intense.
    That painting is cardinal, it really stands out on the wall.
    Esa pintura es cardenal, realmente resalta en la pared.
    Used to describe someone who is very important or has great influence.
    In the team, he is the cardinal, everyone listens to him.
    En el equipo, él es el cardenal, todos lo escuchan.