Católicas (en. Catholics)

[ka'tolikas]

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Belongs to the Christian religion that follows the doctrines of the Catholic Church.
Catholic communities regularly organize charitable activities.
Las comunidades católicas organizan actividades benéficas regularmente.
Refers to the principles and values upheld by the Catholic Church.
Catholic teaching emphasizes the importance of love for one’s neighbor.
La enseñanza católica enfatiza la importancia del amor al prójimo.
Reference to the doctrine, liturgy, and practices of Catholicism.
The Mass is a central element in Catholic life.
La misa es un elemento central en la vida católica.

Etymology

From Greek 'katholikós', meaning 'universal'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

practicing catholics
Faithful who actively follow and participate in the sacraments and rituals of the Catholic Church.
católicos practicantes
catholic doctrine
A set of teachings and beliefs of the Catholic Church.
doctrina católica
catholic culture
A set of customs, habits, and traditions that develop in Catholic contexts.
cultura católica

Related Words

catholicism
Religion based on the Catholic Church.
catolicismo
sacrament
Religious rite considered a means of grace in the Catholic faith.
sacramento
pope
Spiritual leader of the Catholic Church.
papa

Slang Meanings

Refers to a very devout or strict person in their Catholic beliefs.
That's pure catholic, they will never change their mind.
Eso es de católica pura, nunca va a cambiar de opinión.
Used to describe something that is very traditional or conservative in its moral approach.
That movie has a very catholic air, it doesn't dare to break the rules.
Esa película tiene un aire muy católico, no se atreve a romper las normas.