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How to Say "benediction" in Spanish

The Spanish word forbenedictionis bendiciónA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
NounA2
Formal religious ceremony
Two open hands reaching upward, catching a gentle shower of sparkling golden light descending from the sky, symbolizing a divine blessing.

Examples

El sacerdote dio la bendición al pan y al vino.

The priest gave the blessing to the bread and wine.

Pedimos la bendición de Dios para nuestro nuevo hogar.

We asked for God's blessing for our new home.

Gender and Articles

Even though 'bendición' starts with a strong 'a' sound, it is a feminine noun and uses the standard feminine article: 'la bendición'.

Confusing Noun and Verb

Mistake:Using *bendición* when you mean the verb *bendecir* (to bless).

Correction: Remember, *bendición* is the thing (the blessing); *bendecir* is the action (to bless).

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