el rosario
/el ɾosaɾjo/from spelling rules
el rosario is the Spanish phrase for "the rosary".
This phrase can refer to the physical string of beads used in the Catholic faith to count prayers, or to the specific prayer service and ritual itself.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some Latin American countries, such as Mexico and Argentina, the phrase Decir el Rosario is commonly used.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun is masculine, which is why it is preceded by the masculine article el. The plural form of the phrase is los rosarios.
How do you pronounce it?
/el ɾosaɾjo/
Did you know?
- In colloquial Spanish, the phrase un rosario can be used metaphorically to describe a long, tedious, and repetitive list of complaints or excuses.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, el rosario is not just a prayer but a communal social event. These gatherings often include food and gossip, blending solemn religious ritual with neighborhood socializing.
- The word rosario is derived from the word for 'rose garden'. This reflects the traditional Catholic practice of offering a spiritual 'rose' to the Virgin Mary with every prayer.
Examples in context
- Invitamos a todos los fieles a participar en El Rezo del Rosario esta noche en la iglesia principal.We invite all believers to participate in The Prayer of the Rosary tonight at the main church.
- Ella guarda el rosario en su bolso.She keeps the rosary in her purse.
Example conversation
Javier and María are cleaning a family chapel.
- JavierMaría, ¿dónde está el rosario de plata?María, where is the silver rosary?
- MaríaCreo que está sobre la mesa.I think it is on the table.
- JavierNo lo veo, ¿estás segura?I don't see it, are you sure?
- MaríaAh, ya lo vi, aquí está el rosario.Oh, I see it now, here is the rosary.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
