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How to Say "pastor" in Spanish

The Spanish word forpastoris pastorB2 level.

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pastor

nounB2
religious minister/cleric
A person wearing formal clerical robes standing behind a simple wooden pulpit.

Examples

El pastor de la iglesia local nos visitó en casa.

The minister of the local church visited us at home.

El pastor dio un mensaje de esperanza a la congregación.

The pastor gave a message of hope to the congregation.

Metaphorical Origin

This meaning is an extension of the first. A religious leader is seen as a 'shepherd' who guides and cares for their 'flock' (the people in the congregation).

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