Cirios (en. Candles)

/ˈθi.ɾios/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Large, long candles used in religious or ceremonial contexts.

In the church, the candles are placed on the altar during the mass.

En la iglesia, los cirios se colocan en el altar durante la misa.

Wax lamps that are usually decorated.

The candles at the wedding symbolize the light of love.

Los cirios en la boda simbolizan la luz del amor.

From Latin 'cereus', meaning 'of wax'.

to light a candle

The act of lighting a candle to provide light or as part of a ritual.

encender un cirio

paschal candle

Candle that is lit during Easter.

cirio pascual

votive candles

Candles that are lit in gratitude or request.

cirios votivos

candle

Wax object with a wick that, when lit, produces light.

vela

ceramics

Material from which containers or decorations can be made.

cerámica

wax

Substance used to make candles and wax.

cera

Candles as a symbol of hope.

In difficult times, we sometimes light candles for hope.

En momentos difíciles, a veces encendemos cirios por esperanza.

Used in worship to refer to faith.

They carried candles in the procession, showing their faith.

Ellos llevaban cirios en la procesión, mostrando su fe.