Romería (en. Pilgrimage)
ro-me-rí-a
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Act of going on a pilgrimage.
The pilgrimage to the Virgin of Guadalupe is celebrated every year.
La romería a la Virgen de Guadalupe se celebra cada año.
Festival or celebration associated with a pilgrimage.
During the pilgrimage, there are dances and music in the streets.
Durante la romería, hay danzas y música en las calles.
Journey taken in a group toward a sacred place.
The pilgrimage is organized well in advance so that everyone can participate.
La romería se organiza con mucha anterioridad para que todos puedan participar.
Etymology
From Latin 'romaria', which means journey to Rome.
Common Phrases and Expressions
go on a pilgrimage
Traveling to a sacred place in a group.
ir de romería
make a pilgrimage
To perform a pilgrimage to a sanctuary.
hacer una romería
popular pilgrimage
Event where many people participate in a religious festivity.
romería popular
Related Words
pilgrim
Person who undertakes a pilgrimage.
peregrino
sanctuary
Sacred place where worship is rendered.
santuario
festivity
Celebration or festivity around a religious event.
festividad
Slang Meanings
Rumor about a religious celebration.
Last year a pilgrimage was held in the neighborhood.
El año pasado se correteó una romería en el barrio.
Spontaneous or unofficial party.
The pilgrimage on the beach was incredible; everyone joined in.
La romería en la playa fue increíble, todos se unieron.