venerar
“venerar” means “to venerate” in Spanish (showing religious devotion or extreme respect).
to venerate, to revere
Also: to worship
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Los fieles suelen venerar las reliquias de los santos.
B1The faithful usually venerate the relics of the saints.
Es una cultura que enseña a los niños a venerar a sus antepasados.
B2It is a culture that teaches children to revere their ancestors.
Muchos músicos jóvenes veneran la obra de este gran compositor.
C1Many young musicians revere the work of this great composer.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Which of these is the most appropriate use of 'venerar'?
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From the Latin 'venerari' (to worship or seek favor), which comes from 'venus' (love, charm, or beauty). It's essentially the act of treating something with the highest love and beauty.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'venerar' the same as 'adorar'?
In a religious sense, 'adorar' (worship) is usually considered a higher level of devotion reserved only for God, while 'venerar' (venerate) is for saints or icons. In daily life, 'adorar' is often used casually to mean 'I love [something],' but 'venerar' remains very formal.
Can I use 'venerar' for my parents?
Yes, if you have a very deep, traditional, or extreme level of respect for them, it's correct. However, for everyday respect, 'respetar mucho' or 'querer' is more common.
Is it a common word in conversation?
No, it's quite rare in daily speech. You'll mostly hear it in documentaries, religious ceremonies, or high-level literature.