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    Oratorio (en. Oratory)

    /oɾaˈtoɾio/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Musical work for voice and orchestra that has no stage representation.
    Handel's oratorio 'The Messiah' is one of the most famous works in this genre.
    El oratorio 'El Mesías' de Handel es una de las obras más famosas de este género.
    Place designated for prayer or worship, especially in religious contexts.
    The church's oratory was full of worshippers during Mass.
    El oratorio de la iglesia estaba lleno de fieles durante la misa.
    Speeches or sermons in a religious teaching context.
    The father's oratory was moving and filled the congregation with hope.
    El oratorio del padre fue conmovedor y llenó de esperanza a la congregación.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'oratorium', meaning 'place of prayer'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    musical oratorio
    Musical composition of a religious nature that is not performed.
    oratorio musical
    dreamy oratorio
    Idealized place for meditation and prayer.
    oratorio de ensueño

    Related Words

    prayer
    Communication with the divine, in the form of supplication or thanksgiving.
    oración
    sermon
    Religious speech delivered during a service.
    sermón

    Slang Meanings

    Term used to refer to a place of worship informally.
    Let's go to the oratory to say some prayers.
    Vamos al oratorio a hacer unas plegarias.