venerar - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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venerar (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Venerar is a verb.

Phonetic Transcription

/veneˈɾaɾ/

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

Venerar means to regard with deep respect, reverence, or admiration. It is often used in contexts involving religious or spiritual significance but can also apply to deeply honoring someone's achievements or qualities.

The frequency of use is moderate, more commonly found in written contexts related to religion, literature, or discussions about respect and admiration. In oral speech, it tends to occur when discussing topics surrounding faith or appreciation.

Example Sentences

  1. Los fieles se reúnen cada domingo para venerar a su deidad.
    The faithful gather every Sunday to venerate their deity.

  2. Es importante venerar la memoria de aquellos que lucharon por la libertad.
    It is important to venerate the memory of those who fought for freedom.

  3. Ella venera a sus abuelos y siempre habla de ellos con cariño.
    She venerates her grandparents and always speaks about them fondly.

Idiomatic Expressions

While venerar itself may not have widely-recognized idiomatic expressions, it often appears in phrases regarding respect or admiration.

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Context

  1. Hay que venerar a los ancianos, pues su sabiduría es invaluable.
    We must venerate the elderly, as their wisdom is invaluable.

  2. El pueblo veneraba al héroe que salvó a la comunidad.
    The town venerated the hero who saved the community.

  3. Algunos artistas son venerados casi como dioses en la cultura popular.
    Some artists are venerated almost like gods in popular culture.

  4. La tradición dice que debemos venerar a los espíritus de nuestros antepasados.
    Tradition says we should venerate the spirits of our ancestors.

  5. Venerar la verdad es fundamental para una sociedad justa.
    Venerating the truth is fundamental for a just society.

Etymology

The word venerar comes from the Latin term venerare, which means to respect, revere, or worship. This relates to the Latin word veneratio, meaning reverence or respect, derived from venerari, which also means to worship.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Reverenciar - Adorar - Respetar

Antonyms: - Despreciar - Desacreditar - Ignorar



23-07-2024