monseñor
“monseñor” means “Monsignor” in Spanish (A specific honorary title for Catholic priests).
Monsignor
Also: My Lord
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El monseñor saludó a todos después de la iglesia.
A2The monsignor greeted everyone after church.
El Papa nombró a dos nuevos monseñores en esta diócesis.
B1The Pope appointed two new monsignors in this diocese.
Es un honor recibir a Monseñor Rodríguez en nuestra humilde casa.
B2It is an honor to welcome Monsignor Rodriguez to our humble home.
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Words that translate to "monseñor" in Spanish:
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Who is a 'monseñor'?
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From the Old French phrase 'mon seigneur', which literally means 'my lord'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a monseñor the same as a bishop?
Not exactly. While all bishops can be addressed as monseñor, not all monseñores are bishops. It is often an honorary title for priests who haven't become bishops yet.
How do I abbreviate 'monseñor'?
The most common abbreviation is 'Mons.' or 'Msgr.' in English-speaking contexts, but 'Mons.' is standard in Spanish.
Is the 'ñ' pronounced clearly?
Yes, the 'ñ' sounds like the 'ny' in 'canyon' or 'onion'. Make sure not to pronounce it like a regular 'n'.