Pascual (en. Paschal)

/pasˈkwal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Proper name of Latin origin, used in some cultures and religions to refer to Easter.
Pascual is a name that is celebrated during Holy Week.
Pascual es un nombre que se celebra durante la Semana Santa.
Refers to that which is related to the Easter festival.
Paschal bread is typical in the Christian celebration.
El pan pascual es típico en la celebración cristiana.

Etymology

From Latin 'paschalis', related to 'Pascha', which means Easter.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Easter Sunday
Christian festival that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Pascua de Resurrección
Paschal Week
The days that follow Holy Week.
Semana Pascual
Paschal in tradition
Religious customs related to the celebration of Easter.
Pascual en la tradición

Related Words

Easter
Festival that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus.
Pascua
Lent
Period of reflection and preparation before Easter.
Cuaresma

Slang Meanings

Refers to something that occurs in spring, figuratively associated with rebirth.
This summer I feel more 'paschal' than ever.
Este verano me siento más 'pascual' que nunca.