Sagradas (en. Sacred)
/saɡɾaðas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which is considered worthy of respect and reverence.
The sacred scriptures are fundamental in many religions.
Las Escrituras sagradas son fundamentales en muchas religiones.
Relating to the divine or to religion.
The sacred ceremonies are held in temples.
Las ceremonias sagradas se llevan a cabo en templos.
Indispensable or of great value to a community.
Family tradition is something sacred to them.
La tradición familiar es algo sagrado para ellos.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'sacradus', meaning 'consecrated'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sacred lands
Territories considered worthy of spiritual respect.
tierras sagradas
sacred books
Texts that contain fundamental religious teachings.
libros sagrados
sacred rites
Ceremonies that possess a profound spiritual meaning.
ritos sagrados
Related Words
sacred
That which is considered worthy of veneration.
sagrado
profane
That which is not sacred; common or trivial.
profano
mystical
Relating to the direct connection with the divine or spiritual.
místico
Slang Meanings
Expression that underscores the importance of something.
That place is sacred to me; I cannot share it with anyone.
Ese lugar es sagrado para mí; no lo puedo compartir con nadie.
Referring to unbreakable values.
I consider our friendship sacred.
A nuestra amistad la considero sagrada.