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    Pontífice (en. Pontiff)

    /ponˈtifice/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Title of the Pope in the Catholic Church.
    The pontiff visited several nations during his tour.
    El pontífice visitó varias naciones durante su gira.
    A person who performs functions as a mediator or authority in a religious context.
    The pontiff of the Buddhist community gave a speech about peace.
    El pontífice de la comunidad budista ofreció un discurso sobre la paz.
    Ancient title of priests in Rome.
    The ancient Roman pontiffs had a high social prestige.
    Los antiguos pontífices romanos tenían un alto prestigio social.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'pontificem', where 'pons' means bridge, and 'facere' means to make.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the Supreme Pontiff
    Referring to the Pope, the highest authority of the Catholic Church.
    el sumo pontífice
    to be a pontiff
    To act as a mediator or leader in a religious context.
    ser pontífice

    Related Words

    pope
    Highest authority in the Catholic Church.
    papa
    priest
    A person qualified to perform religious rites and sacraments.
    sacerdote
    god
    Supreme being in various religions.
    dios

    Slang Meanings

    Can jokingly refer to someone who acts like an authoritarian leader.
    Don't act like a pontiff, relax and enjoy.
    No te comportes como un pontífice, relájate y disfruta.
    Used to describe someone who is very bossy.
    That girl acts like a pontiff when she plans the parties.
    Esa chica se comporta como una pontífice cuando planea las fiestas.