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    Ofrenda (en. Offering)

    /ofˈrenda/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The act of offering something to a divine being or in memory of a deceased person.
    The offering on the altar was filled with flowers and food.
    La ofrenda en el altar estaba llena de flores y comida.
    A gift given as a sign of respect or gratitude.
    He made an offering to his mother on her death anniversary.
    Hizo una ofrenda a su madre en su aniversario luctuoso.
    In the context of festivities, an object placed in honor of the dead.
    In the celebration of the Day of the Dead, offerings are prepared with photographs and memories.
    En la celebración del Día de Muertos, se elaboran ofrendas con fotografías y recuerdos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'offerenda', which means 'what is to be offered'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make an offering
    To offer something in honor or in memory of someone.
    hacer una ofrenda
    floral offering
    Arrangement of flowers placed on a grave or altar.
    ofrenda floral
    food offering
    Food offered to the dead, typically during the Day of the Dead.
    ofrenda de alimentos

    Related Words

    altar
    Elevated structure where offerings or sacrifices are made.
    altar
    rite
    A set of ceremonies carried out in honor of a deity.
    rito
    devotion
    Feeling of respect and love towards a divinity.
    devoción

    Slang Meanings

    Offerings in the context of parties or celebrations.
    We always make huge offerings at the Day of the Dead party.
    Siempre hacemos ofrendas enormes en la fiesta de Día de Muertos.
    To refer to a symbolic gift in an informal context.
    I left her a cake-shaped offering for her birthday.
    Le dejé una ofrenda en forma de pastel para su cumpleaños.