Celestial (en. Heavenly)

/θeˈles.tjal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Belonging or relating to the sky.
The stars are celestial bodies that illuminate the night.
Las estrellas son cuerpos celestiales que iluminan la noche.
Having divine or extraordinary qualities.
The love he felt for her was almost celestial.
El amor que sentía por ella era casi celestial.
Situated in the sky.
Celestial bodies orbit around the planets.
Los cuerpos celestiales orbitan alrededor de los planetas.

Etymology

From Latin 'caelestis', meaning 'of the sky'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

celestial sky
Refers to a perfect and beautiful sky.
cielo celestial
celestial being
Someone who acts with kindness and purity.
ser celestial

Related Words

sky
Space that surrounds the Earth and where celestial bodies are located.
cielo
star
A celestial body that shines in the sky.
estrella
divinity
Quality of the divine, related to the celestial.
divinidad

Slang Meanings

Something that is very pleasant or wonderful.
That food was celestial, I can't believe how delicious it was.
Esa comida estuvo celestial, no puedo creer lo rica que estaba.
Referring to an incredible or extraordinary experience.
Her performance was celestial, everyone was amazed.
Su actuación fue celestial, todos quedaron maravillados.