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How to Say "cherished" in Spanish

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queridos

keh-REE-dohs/keˈɾiðos/

AdjectiveB1General
Use 'queridos' when referring to people, pets, or objects that are deeply loved and held dear in one's heart.
Three people (an adult and two children) embracing tightly and smiling happily, surrounded by small, floating hearts.

Examples

Mis abuelos me dieron un oso de peluche muy querido.

My grandparents gave me a very cherished teddy bear.

Los juguetes de la infancia son muy queridos por los adultos.

Childhood toys are very loved by adults.

Esos cuadros son tan queridos que no tienen precio.

Those paintings are so cherished that they are priceless.

Acting as a Past Participle

'Queridos' is the past participle of the verb 'querer' (to want/to love). When used as an adjective, it describes a state resulting from the action of loving or wanting.

sagrado

sah-GRAH-doh/saˈɣɾa.ðo/

AdjectiveB1General
Use 'sagrado' when something is considered so important or respected that it must not be interfered with or harmed, often implying a ritual or protected status.
A simple, ornate wooden chest secured with a large, stylized padlock and surrounded by a faint, shimmering blue protective aura, symbolizing that it is inviolable.

Examples

La tradición familiar de la cena de los domingos es sagrada para nosotros.

The family tradition of Sunday dinner is cherished (sacred) for us.

La hora del café de la abuela es sagrada, nadie la molesta.

Grandma's coffee time is sacred (inviolable); no one bothers her.

Para nosotros, el descanso de los domingos es sagrado.

For us, Sunday rest is sacred/highly protected.

El derecho a la vida es un principio sagrado.

The right to life is an inviolable principle.

Figurative Use

When used figuratively, 'sagrado' emphasizes that something is so important that it must be respected and cannot be changed or ignored, like a rule written in stone.

Cherished vs. Sacred

Learners often confuse 'queridos' and 'sagrado'. Remember that 'queridos' is about affection and being loved, while 'sagrado' implies something is untouchable or extremely important, almost like a rule.

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