evangelio
“evangelio” means “Gospel” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
Gospel
Also: good news
📝 In Action
Hoy en la misa leyeron el evangelio según San Juan.
B1Today at Mass, they read the Gospel according to Saint John.
El sacerdote dedica su vida a predicar el evangelio.
B2The priest dedicates his life to preaching the Gospel.
Mucha gente encuentra consuelo en las palabras del evangelio.
B1Many people find comfort in the words of the Gospel.
gospel truth
Also: fundamental principle
📝 In Action
Lo que dice el jefe es palabra de evangelio en esta oficina.
C1What the boss says is gospel truth in this office.
No te tomes sus promesas como un evangelio.
C1Don't take his promises as absolute truth.
Para él, el respeto a los mayores es su evangelio.
C2For him, respect for elders is his fundamental rule.
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What is the literal meaning of the roots that form 'evangelio'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'evangelium', which came from the Greek 'euangelion'. The Greek roots mean 'eu' (good) and 'angellein' (to bring news). It literally means 'the reward for bringing good news'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'evangelio' only used in church?
No! While its roots are religious, Spanish speakers often use the phrase 'palabra de evangelio' to mean that any statement is 100% true or that a person's word is their bond.
Do I need to capitalize it?
Generally, use a capital 'E' when referring to the specific religious books (e.g., El Evangelio de San Mateo) and a lowercase 'e' for general or figurative uses.
Does it mean the same thing as 'gospel music'?
Yes, 'música de evangelio' is used, though many Spanish speakers simply use the English word 'el góspel' to refer to that specific musical genre.