cristiana
“cristiana” means “Christian” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
Christian
Also: religious
📝 In Action
La religión cristiana tiene muchos seguidores.
A1The Christian religion has many followers.
Es una antigua tradición cristiana.
A2It is an ancient Christian tradition.
Christian
📝 In Action
Ella es una cristiana muy devota.
A2She is a very devout Christian.
Como cristiana, ella ayuda a los pobres.
B1As a Christian, she helps the poor.
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Words that translate to "cristiana" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: cristiana
Question 1 of 1
Which of the following phrases is correct?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'christiana', the feminine form of 'christianus', which comes from 'Christus' (Christ).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cristiana' capitalized in Spanish?
No. Unlike English, adjectives of religion and the names of religions themselves are written in lowercase in Spanish.
Can I use 'cristiana' for a group of people?
Only if the group is entirely female. If the group includes at least one male, you must use the masculine plural 'cristianos'.