Verónica (en. Veronica)

/beˈɾonika/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A proper name that refers to a woman.
Veronica was very beloved in her community.
La verónica fue muy querida en su comunidad.
Referring to an image of the Virgin Mary.
The church has a beautiful Veronica in its altar.
La iglesia tiene una hermosa verónica en su altar.
In some cultures, it is associated with the act of cleaning or purifying.
The use of the Veronica in the ritual was very significant.
El uso de la verónica en el ritual fue muy significativo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'veronica', which means 'true image'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Veronica de la Cruz
A popular devotion that refers to the Virgin Mary.
Verónica de la Cruz
daughter of Veronica
An expression used to refer to someone with nobility.
hija de Verónica

Related Words

veronicar
The verb related to the name that implies doing something in a true manner.
veronicar
veronique
A variant name of Veronica in French.
veronique
veroníquismo
Attitude or behavior related to the teachings of Veronica.
veroníquismo

Slang Meanings

It refers to a person who is always kind.
That girl is a Veronica, she always helps others.
Esa chica es una verónica, siempre ayuda a los demás.
Used to describe something that is authentic or genuine.
That brand is a Veronica in the fashion world.
Esa marca es una verónica en el mundo de la moda.