Terrenales (en. Earthly)
/te-re-'na-les/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of what is earthly or mundane.
Earthly life is sometimes seen as an intermediary to the divine.
La vida terrenal a veces se ve como un intermediario hacia lo divino.
Referring to material pleasures or desires.
Earthly pleasures do not always lead to happiness.
Los placeres terrenales no siempre llevan a la felicidad.
Etymology
Derives from the Latin 'terrenalis', which refers to that which is related to the earth.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to live in the earthly
To live a life centered on material and tangible things.
vivir en lo terrenal
earthly concerns
Concerns or matters related to the physical world.
preocupaciones terrenales
to distance oneself from the earthly
To seek greater connection with the spiritual or immaterial.
alejarse de lo terrenal
Related Words
ground
Area of the earth's surface that can be cultivated or used.
terreno
mundane
Belongs to the world; refers to activities or interests that are temporary and material.
mundano
material
That which has physical substance, as opposed to the spiritual.
material
Slang Meanings
To enjoy the simple things in life.
After a long day, sometimes I just want the earthly: a good book and a coffee.
Después de un largo día, a veces solo quiero lo terrenal: un buen libro y un café.
To be focused on material and practical things.
In this busy city, it’s easy to get lost in the earthly and forget what’s important.
En esta ciudad ajetreada, es fácil perderse en lo terrenal y olvidar lo importante.