Vírgenes (en. Virgins)

/'biɾxenes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Women or men who have not had sexual relations.
In some traditions, being virgins before marriage is considered a value.
En algunas tradiciones, se considera un valor ser vírgenes antes del matrimonio.
In a religious context, it designates people who have chosen to live in chastity.
Consecrated virgins live a life dedicated to God.
Las vírgenes consagradas viven una vida dedicada a Dios.

Etymology

From Latin 'virgo', meaning 'young woman' or 'maiden'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

virgin of desires
Reference to someone who has not yet fulfilled their sexual desires.
virgen de los deseos
night of virgins
Party where singlehood is celebrated.
noche de vírgenes
late virgin
Person who has reached an advanced age without having had sexual relations.
virgen tardía

Related Words

chastity
State of being free from sexual activity.
castidad
maiden
Young and single woman.
doncella
innocence
State of having no experience in sexual matters.
inocencia

Slang Meanings

Person who has not had sexual relations.
He is a virgin, he has never dated anyone.
Él es un virgen, nunca ha salido con nadie.
Someone who is very naive or inexperienced in love.
Don't be so much of a virgin, encourage yourself to go out and meet more people.
No seas tan virgen, anima a salir y conocer a más personas.