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    Posadas (en. Inns)

    /poˈsaðas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A traditional celebration that commemorates the journey of Mary and Joseph.
    Every year we organize the posadas in my neighborhood.
    Todos los años organizamos las posadas en mi barrio.
    Gatherings where people sing, pray, and share with friends and family.
    The posadas are an opportunity to gather with loved ones.
    Las posadas son una oportunidad para reunirse con seres queridos.
    A custom that is part of Hispanic culture during Christmas.
    The posadas take place from December 16 to 24.
    Las posadas tienen lugar del 16 al 24 de diciembre.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'posada', meaning place of lodging.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to ask for shelter
    The act of requesting a place to spend the night, like Mary and Joseph during their journey to Bethlehem.
    pedir posada
    to provide shelter
    To offer a place where someone can stay temporarily.
    dar posada
    to go from inn to inn
    To move from one place to another to participate in the celebrations.
    ir de posada

    Related Words

    Christmas
    Celebration that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ.
    navidad
    Buñuelos
    Traditional dessert that is consumed during the Christmas festivities.
    buñuelos
    Aguinaldo
    Gift or bonus given during the Christmas season.
    aguinaldo

    Slang Meanings

    Tumultuous celebration with friends and family.
    This year's posada was so fun that we didn’t want it to end.
    La posada de este año fue tan divertida que no quisiéramos que terminara.
    Party with a spirit of unity and community.
    The atmosphere at the posada is always very warm and welcoming.
    El ambiente en la posada es siempre muy caluroso y acogedor.