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    Venerables (en. Venerable)

    /be.ne.ɾa.βles/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It is said of people, especially elders, who are worthy of veneration.
    The venerable teacher taught for decades and is highly respected.
    El venerable maestro enseñó durante décadas y es muy respetado.
    It refers to things or places that have a sacred character or great historical importance.
    The venerable cathedral has stood for over five centuries.
    La venerable catedral ha estado en pie por más de cinco siglos.
    Indicates great antiquity or dignity.
    It is a venerable manuscript dating from the 15th century.
    Es un venerable manuscrito que data del siglo XV.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'venerabilis', meaning 'worthy of veneration'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    venerable elders
    Elderly people who are revered for their wisdom.
    venerables ancianos
    venerable traditions
    Traditions that are respected and maintained over time.
    venerables tradiciones
    venerable background
    A background or foundation that is worthy of respect and admiration.
    fondo venerable

    Related Words

    veneration
    A feeling of respect and admiration for someone or something.
    veneración
    to venerate
    To pay homage or reverence to something or someone.
    venerar
    venerable
    Refers to someone worthy of respect for their antiquity or virtue.
    venerable

    Slang Meanings

    Ironic response to excessive veneration.
    When someone talks about Grandpa as a venerable figure, they say 'venerable, but also a bit of a fighter'.
    Cuando alguien habla del abuelo como un venerable, le dicen 'venerable, pero también un poco peleón'.