episcopal
/episkoˈpal/
The Spanish word for episcopal is episcopal.
The term is an adjective used to describe things related to a bishop.
Meaning: related to a bishop (adj)
How do you pronounce it?
/episkoˈpal/
Did you know?
- The word episcopal is an 'invariant' for gender, meaning it does not change its spelling to reflect whether the noun it modifies is masculine or feminine.
- The word stems from the Greek term epískopos, which literally translates to 'one who watches over'.
- While episcopal describes the bishop's rank, the Spanish word for a bishop's seat or office is cátedra, reflecting the Greek word for 'chair'.
Examples in context
- La Iglesia Episcopal es conocida por su apertura y su compromiso con la comunidad.The Episcopal Church is known for its openness and commitment to the community.
- Siempre voy a la Iglesia Episcopaliana los domingos para la misa.I always go to the Episcopal Church on Sundays for Mass.
- La sede episcopal es muy antigua.The episcopal see is very old.
- Él estudia el derecho episcopal.He studies episcopal law.
- El palacio episcopal está en el centro.The episcopal palace is in the center.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are walking near the historic cathedral district.
- Javier¿Es este el palacio episcopal?Is this the episcopal palace?
- SofíaSí, es un edificio impresionante.Yes, it is an impressive building.
- JavierTiene mucha historia la zona.The area has a lot of history.
- SofíaEs cierto, Javier.That is true, Javier.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “episcopal” translations and entries episcopal, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries episcopal, CC BY-SA 4.0.
