resurrección
“resurrección” means “resurrection” in Spanish (rising from the dead).
resurrection
Also: revival, comeback
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La resurrección es un tema central en muchas religiones.
B1Resurrection is a central theme in many religions.
Vimos la resurrección de la moda de los años noventa.
B2We saw the revival of nineties fashion.
El actor tuvo una resurrección increíble en su carrera este año.
C1The actor had an incredible comeback in his career this year.
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Words that translate to "resurrección" in Spanish:
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Which article should you use with 'resurrección'?
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From the Latin word 'resurrectio,' which combines 're-' (again) and 'surgere' (to rise). It literally means 'the act of rising again.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'resurrección' a common word in daily Spanish?
While it sounds very formal, it is used quite often in news reports about business, fashion, or sports 'comebacks' as well as in religious discussions.
How do I pronounce the 'cc' in the middle?
In most of Latin America, it sounds like 'ks'. In Spain, it sounds like a 'k' followed by a 'th' (like in 'thin').
What is the verb form of this word?
The verb is 'resucitar,' which means to resurrect or to revive.