How to Say "to venerate" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to venerate” is “venerar” — B2 level.
Examples
Los fieles suelen venerar las reliquias de los santos.
The faithful usually venerate the relics of the saints.
Es una cultura que enseña a los niños a venerar a sus antepasados.
It is a culture that teaches children to revere their ancestors.
Muchos músicos jóvenes veneran la obra de este gran compositor.
Many young musicians revere the work of this great composer.
The 'Personal a' with People
When you are venerating a specific person (like a saint or a hero), you must put 'a' before the person's name or title, as in 'Venero a mi abuela'.
A Regular -ar Verb
Good news! This word follows the exact same pattern as 'hablar' or 'cantar' in every single form.
Venerar vs. Gustar
Mistake: “Me venera el chocolate.”
Correction: Me encanta el chocolate. Only use 'venerar' for intense, spiritual-like respect, not for things you simply enjoy eating or doing.
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