Redentor (en. Redeemer)

/re.den'tor/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
That person who saves or rescues someone from a difficult situation.
The redeemer of the story was a hero who fought for the helpless.
El redentor de la historia fue un héroe que luchó por los desamparados.
In religious contexts, it refers to Jesus Christ as the one who redeems humanity.
The faithful believe that Jesus Christ is the redeemer of their souls.
Los fieles creen que Jesucristo es el redentor de sus almas.
Figuratively, someone who grants a second chance.
That job opportunity was a redeemer for his career.
Esa oportunidad laboral fue un redentor para su carrera.

Etymology

From Latin 'redemptor', derived from 'redimere' which means 'to recover' or 'to rescue'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

redeemer of souls
Reference to someone who brings spiritual salvation.
redentor de almas
to be the redeemer
Figuratively, referring to someone who offers help in times of need.
ser el redentor

Related Words

redemption
Action of redeeming something or someone.
redención
to redeem
Recovering something, especially in a spiritual or moral context.
redimir
salvation
The act or process of being saved from a fate.
salvación
rescue
Action of saving someone from danger.
rescate

Slang Meanings

A person who helps others in extreme situations.
The friend always acts as a redeemer in difficult moments.
El amigo siempre actúa como un redentor en momentos difíciles.
Someone who provides an easy way out of complex problems.
That advice was the redeemer I needed for my dilemma.
Ese consejo fue el redentor que necesitaba para mi dilema.