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    Mosén (en. Priest)

    /mo'sen/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Title of respect towards priests in some cultures.
    The mosen of the church gave a moving sermon.
    El mosén de la iglesia dio un sermón conmovedor.
    Person who leads religious ceremonies.
    The mosen celebrated the wedding with great solemnity.
    El mosén celebró la boda con gran solemnidad.
    Clergyman in some regions of Spain.
    The village mosen is very beloved by all the neighbors.
    El mosén del pueblo es muy querido por todos los vecinos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'mansionem', meaning house, through use in the Middle Ages.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    village mosen
    Refers to the priest who serves the local community.
    mosén del pueblo
    to be like a mosen
    Expression that indicates behaving in a serious or traditional manner.
    ser como un mosén

    Related Words

    priest
    Person who performs religious functions.
    sacerdote
    clergyman
    Man of the church with spiritual duties.
    clérigo
    pastor
    Priest who serves a parish.
    cura

    Slang Meanings

    A fond way to refer to a priest.
    That mosen always says he likes to help people.
    Ese mosén siempre dice que le gusta ayudar a la gente.
    Term used humorously to refer to someone who is very strict in their morality.
    Don't be such a mosen, enjoy the party.
    No seas tan mosén, disfruta de la fiesta.