Ángel (en. Angel)

/ˈaŋxel/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Celestial being who acts as a messenger between God and humans.

It is believed that each person has a guardian angel.

Se cree que cada persona tiene un ángel guardián.

Person characterized by kindness and purity.

That girl is an angel for the way she helps others.

Esa niña es un ángel por su forma de ayudar a los demás.

From Latin 'angelus', which in turn comes from Greek 'ángelos', meaning 'messenger'.

guardian angel

Spiritual protector assigned to each person.

ángel de la guarda

to see him/her as an angel

To consider someone good or innocent.

verlo como un ángel

to be an angel

To act in a very kind or generous way.

ser un ángel

guard

Person who protects or cares for others.

guardia

spirit

Immaterial being or one that is invoked.

espíritu

Very good or generous person.

Nick is an angel; he always helps those in need.

Nick es un ángel, siempre ayuda a los que lo necesitan.

Attractive and pleasant woman.

That girl is an angel; everyone looks at her when she passes by.

Esa chica es un ángel, todos la miran cuando pasa.