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    Santas (en. Saints)

    /ˈsantas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A woman who has been canonized by the Church for her virtuous life.
    The Virgin Mary is considered one of the most important saints in Christianity.
    La virgen María es considerada una de las santas más importantes en el cristianismo.
    A woman of great importance or respect in a religious community.
    In the community, many people consider Sister Maria a saint.
    En la comunidad, muchas personas consideran a la hermana María una santa.
    Term used to refer to a mother or maternal figure who is especially protective.
    That grandmother always behaves like a saint with her grandchildren.
    Esa abuela siempre se comporta como una santa con sus nietos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sancta', which means 'holy' or 'sacred'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    saintly patience
    Infinite patience, great endurance.
    santa paciencia
    holy cross
    Expression that denotes surprise or displeasure.
    santa cruz
    son of a saint
    Derogatory or colloquial expression used to refer to a person.
    hijo de santa

    Related Words

    holiness
    State of being holy or consecrated.
    santidad
    holy
    A person of great virtue who has been canonized.
    santo
    sanctification
    Process of making something holy.
    santificación

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a woman who is very kind or good.
    That girl is a saint; she always helps others.
    Esa chica es una santa, siempre ayuda a los demás.
    Colloquial term to describe a woman who puts up with a lot in a relationship.
    She is a saint for putting up with everything he does.
    Ella es una santa por soportar todo lo que él hace.