cristianismo
/kɾistjaˈnismo/masculine
Christianity in Spanish is cristianismo.
cristianismo is the name for the monotheistic religion. Note that in Spanish, the name of the religion cristianismo is written in lowercase. Similarly, the phrase la religión cristiana is also written in lowercase.
Meaning: monotheistic religion (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
In Spanish, the names of religions are typically preceded by a definite article, such as el cristianismo. The word cristianismo is a masculine noun. If you want to refer to a person who follows the religion or use it as an adjective, use cristiano.
How do you pronounce it?
/kɾistjaˈnismo/
Did you know?
- In certain Spanish dialects, 'cristiano' can be used in colloquial proverbs to represent a person of common sense or a 'regular person'.
- In Spanish, the word cristiano was historically used in the colonial era to distinguish between the indigenous people and the Europeans who had converted to cristianismo.
- The Greek root of cristianismo refers back to 'Christ', which in turn stems from a word meaning 'anointed'.
Examples in context
- ¿Qué es el cristianismo?What is Christianity?This sentence is useful for asking for a definition of cristianismo.Tatoeba #9466413 by ignacio, translation #9345744 by Nylez
- ¿Crees en el cristianismo?Do you believe in Christianity?This sentence is useful for asking someone about their belief in cristianismo.Tatoeba #1977395 by marcelostockle, translation #63095 by rul
- Él se convirtió al cristianismo.He converted to Christianity.This sentence is useful for describing someone's conversion to cristianismo.Tatoeba #10048033 by manufrutos, translation #10047951 by ddnktr
- La religión cristiana es practicada por millones de personas en todo el mundo.The Christian religion is practiced by millions of people worldwide.
- Me gusta aprender sobre el cristianismo y sus enseñanzas.I enjoy learning about Christianity and its teachings.
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Example conversation
Daniel and María are discussing a history book at a library.
- DanielEste libro trata sobre el cristianismo.This book is about Christianity.
- MaríaEs un tema muy interesante, Daniel.It is a very interesting topic, Daniel.
- Daniel¿Te gusta leer sobre el cristianismo?Do you like reading about Christianity?
- MaríaSí, me fascina su impacto histórico.Yes, its historical impact fascinates me.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “christianity” translations and entries cristianismo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cristianismo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
