Devociones (en. Devotions)
/de.vo.'θjo.nes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Manifestation of love and devotion to the sacred.
Popular devotions reflect the culture of a community.
Las devociones populares reflejan la cultura de una comunidad.
Set of prayers or acts of worship dedicated to a deity.
Marian devotions are very important in the Catholic faith.
Las devociones marianas son muy importantes en la fe católica.
Expression of fervor and commitment to a cause or ideal.
His devotion to work is admirable.
Su devoción al trabajo es admirable.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'devotio', which means devotion or commitment.
Common Phrases and Expressions
devotion to the Virgin
Act of reverence and worship to the Virgin Mary.
devoción a la Virgen
show devotion
To show a strong attachment or love towards something sacred.
mostrar devoción
popular devotions
Forms of worship that are common among people.
devociones populares
have devotion
To feel a special commitment or affection for something or someone.
tener devoción
Related Words
devotional
Related to religious and worship practices.
devocional
devotee
A person who professes devotion or fervor towards something sacred.
devoto
sacred
That which is considered worthy of veneration.
sagrado
Slang Meanings
Intense fervor for something
He has a crazy devotion to soccer.
Tiene una devoción loca por el fútbol.
Non-religious obsession
Her devotion to comics is impressive.
Su devoción por los cómics es impresionante.