cenizas
/θeniθas/from spelling rules
The English word "ashes" is translated into Spanish as cenizas.
cenizas is used to refer to the collective remains of a fire or a person.
Meaning: remains (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form ceniza refers to a single particle of ash, while the plural form cenizas is used for the collective remains of a fire or a person.
How do you pronounce it?
/θeniθas/
Did you know?
- In certain Spanish-speaking regions, the term ceniza is used to describe a very specific, pale shade of grey in fashion and interior design.
- In some literary contexts, the adjective ceniciento can be used to describe a person's complexion, implying a sickly or pale appearance.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, the act of scattering cenizas is often tied to the concept of 'returning to the earth', a phrase deeply rooted in both Catholic and indigenous traditions.
Examples in context
- ¡Paz a sus cenizas!Peace to his ashes!This sentence shows how to express a wish for peace regarding the cenizas of a person.Tatoeba #1207524 by marcelostockle, translation #286336 by Eldad
- Todo estaba hecho cenizas.Everything was burnt to ashes.This sentence describes something being burnt to cenizas.Tatoeba #1448251 by marcelostockle, translation #51673 by AlanF_US
- Sus cenizas están enterradas aquí.His ashes are buried here.This sentence is useful for stating that someone's cenizas are buried in a specific location.Tatoeba #1127241 by Shishir, translation #285531 by CK
- Las cenizas de mi abuelo fueron esparcidas en el marThe ashes of my grandfather were scattered in the sea
- Los restos incinerados serán entregados a la familiaThe ashes will be delivered to the family
- Las cenizas del amor nunca se desvanecenThe ashes of love never fade away
- Juan esparció las cenizas de su perro en el parque donde solían jugar juntos.Juan scattered the ashes of his dog in the park where they used to play together.
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Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are at a memorial service for a pet.
- Elena¿Quieres esparcir las cenizas en el jardín?Do you want to scatter the ashes in the garden?
- MateoNo, prefiero guardarlas en esta urna.No, I prefer to keep them in this urn.
- ElenaEntiendo, Mateo. Es una decisión muy personal.I understand, Mateo. It is a very personal decision.
- MateoGracias por entender, Elena.Thanks for understanding, Elena.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
