funerario
“funerario” means “funeral” in Spanish (describing something related to a burial or death ceremony).
funeral
Also: mortuary
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La empresa ofrece servicios funerarios completos.
A2The company offers complete funeral services.
Los arqueólogos descubrieron antiguos ritos funerarios en la zona.
B1Archaeologists discovered ancient funeral rites in the area.
El coche funerario avanzaba lentamente por la calle principal.
B2The hearse (funeral car) was moving slowly down the main street.
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Which phrase is correct to describe a funeral home?
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From the Latin 'funerarius', which comes from 'funus' (funeral or death rites).
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'funeral' and 'funerario'?
'Funeral' is the event or ceremony (a noun), while 'funerario' is an adjective used to describe things related to death and burial (like a hearse or a service).
Can 'funerario' be used for pets?
Yes, you can use 'servicios funerarios para mascotas' when referring to burial or cremation services for animals.
How do you say 'hearse' in Spanish using this word?
It is most commonly called 'coche funerario'.