Religión (en. Religion)

/re.liˈɣjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of beliefs about the divine and the sacred.
Each religion has its own rituals and teachings.
Cada religión tiene sus propios rituales y enseñanzas.
System of values and norms that govern the lives of believers.
Religion can influence the morals of a society.
La religión puede influir en la moral de una sociedad.
Devotion and practice of a faith.
Religion is an integral part of their identity.
La religión es parte integral de su identidad.

Etymology

From the Latin 'religio,' which means 'bond' or 'obligation.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

organized religion
A formal system of beliefs and religious practices.
religión organizada
freedom of religion
Right of individuals to practice the religion of their choice.
libertad de religión
personal religion
Set of spiritual beliefs that are unique to an individual.
religión personal

Related Words

belief
Firm conviction that something is true or exists.
creencia
cult
System of worship toward a specific deity or a sacred object.
culto
doctrine
Set of teachings or beliefs upheld by a religion.
doctrina

Slang Meanings

Use of 'religion' to refer to an extraordinary dedication to an activity.
They are dedicated to their work with the same dedication as a religion.
Se dedica a su trabajo con la misma dedicación que una religión.
To refer to something that is sacred or very important in a different context.
Music is their religion; they never miss a concert.
La música es su religión, no se pierde un concierto.