Salvación (en. Salvation)

sal-βa-θjon

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The act of rescuing someone from danger, harm, or loss.
The salvation of the castaway was a miracle.
La salvación del náufrago fue un milagro.
Release from a critical situation or threat.
His salvation from the financial crisis was a great relief.
Su salvación de la crisis financiera fue un gran alivio.
In a religious context, the act of salvation of the soul.
Faith in God is the key to eternal salvation.
La fe en Dios es la clave para la salvación eterna.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'salvatio', meaning 'the act of saving.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

salvation of the soul
Religious concept referring to spiritual redemption.
salvación del alma
seeking salvation
Trying to find a solution to an urgent problem.
buscar la salvación
salvation in the face of adversity
Overcoming difficult situations.
salvación ante la adversidad

Related Words

save
To rescue or help someone in danger.
salvar
saved
Free from danger or harm.
salvo
safeguard
A measure that protects someone or something.
salvaguarda

Slang Meanings

A breath of fresh air
After getting the job, I felt it was my salvation, a breath of fresh air in my life.
Después de conseguir el trabajo, sentí que era mi salvación, un respiro en mi vida.
A helping hand
That loan was the helping hand I needed to get out of debt, my salvation.
Ese préstamo fue la mano que necesitaba para salir de deudas, mi salvación.