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    Prelados (en. Prelates)

    /preˈlaðos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Prelates are members of the clergy who hold high positions in the ecclesiastical hierarchy.
    The prelates gather in the conclave to elect the new pope.
    Los prelados se reúnen en el cónclave para elegir al nuevo papa.
    Term used to refer to bishops or archbishops.
    The synod included the participation of various prelates from around the world.
    El sínodo contó con la participación de diversos prelados de todo el mundo.
    They are considered influential figures within the Church.
    Prelates play a fundamental role in ecclesiastical decision-making.
    Los prelados tienen un papel fundamental en la toma de decisiones eclesiásticas.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'praelatus', which means 'elevated' or 'preferred'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    prelates of the Church
    The highest dignitaries of the Catholic Church.
    prelates of the Church
    gathering of the prelates
    Meeting of the high ecclesiastical members to discuss important matters.
    gathering of the prelados
    prelates and clergy
    General reference to members of the ecclesiastical hierarchy.
    prelates and clergy
    in the presence of prelates
    To be in the presence of ecclesiastical authority.
    in the presence of prelados

    Related Words

    bishops
    Clergy who oversee a diocese.
    obispos
    archbishops
    Higher-ranking bishops who oversee several dioceses.
    arzobispos
    cardinals
    High-ranking clergy members who advise the pope.
    cardenales
    clergy
    Members of the clergy in general.
    clérigos

    Slang Meanings

    Dignitary with power and authority in the Church.
    That prelate does not make decisions without the approval of the Vatican.
    Ese prelados no toma decisiones sin la aprobación del Vaticano.