How to Say "religious service" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “religious service” is “culto” — use 'culto' for a general, formal gathering of people for religious worship or ceremony..
culto
/KOOL-toh//ˈkulto/
Examples
Asistimos a un culto evangélico el domingo.
We attended an evangelical worship service on Sunday.
La libertad de culto es un derecho fundamental.
Freedom of worship is a fundamental right.
El culto se celebra todos los domingos a las diez.
The service is held every Sunday at ten.
Existe un culto a la personalidad alrededor del líder.
There is a cult of personality around the leader.
Using 'a'
When you want to say you are worshipping or being devoted to something, use the word 'a' after 'culto' (e.g., culto al dinero).
oficio
oh-FEE-syoh/oˈfiθjo/
Examples
El oficio de difuntos se rezará mañana.
The funeral service (of prayers) will be recited tomorrow.
El juez envió un oficio a la policía para solicitar los informes.
The judge sent an official letter to the police to request the reports.
Tuvimos que responder al oficio del ayuntamiento rápidamente.
We had to respond to the town hall's official document quickly.
Formal Context
This meaning is very specific. You will only encounter 'oficio' used this way when dealing with bureaucracy, government, or legal matters.
Confusing 'Culto' with 'Oficio'
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