Inklingo

espiritual

es-pee-ree-TOO-ahl/espiɾiˈtwal/

espiritual means spiritual in Spanish (relating to the soul, inner being, or non-physical life).

spiritual

Also: inner, religious
A stylized illustration showing a simple, faceless human figure sitting peacefully. A bright, soft golden light is emanating from the center of the figure's chest, symbolizing the soul or inner being.

📝 In Action

Ella busca una conexión más espiritual con la naturaleza.

B1

She is looking for a more spiritual connection with nature.

El yoga es un ejercicio físico y espiritual.

A2

Yoga is a physical and spiritual exercise.

Necesito tiempo para mi crecimiento espiritual.

B2

I need time for my spiritual growth.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • anímico (of the soul/mind)
  • interior (inner)
  • místico (mystical)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • guía espiritualspiritual guide
  • vida espiritualspiritual life
  • paz espiritualinner peace

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "espiritual" in Spanish:

innerreligiousspiritual

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: espiritual

Question 1 of 2

What is the primary focus of something described as 'espiritual'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family
espíritu(spirit, ghost, mood)Noun
espiritualmente(spiritually)Adverb
espiritualidad(spirituality)Noun
🎵 Rhymes
📚 Etymology

This word comes from the Latin *spiritualis*, which itself is based on *spiritus*, meaning 'breath' or 'soul.' It describes anything related to the non-physical, inner essence of a person or concept.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: spiritualFrench: spirituel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 'espiritual' only refer to religion?

No. While it is often used in religious contexts (like 'guía espiritual'), it can also describe your personal inner life, deep feelings, or non-material well-being, regardless of religious belief.

How do I make the adverb form of 'espiritual'?

To turn 'espiritual' into an adverb (meaning 'spiritually'), you simply add '-mente' to the end: 'espiritualmente'.