evangelho
/e.vɐ̃ˈʒɛ.ʎu/masculine
The English word 'gospel' is translated into Portuguese as evangelho.
The word evangelho is a masculine noun used to refer to the account of the life, death and teachings of Jesus.
Meaning: account of the life, death, and teachings of Jesus (noun)
Which one should you use?
The plural form evangelhos is used specifically when referring to the books of the New Testament. While evangelho is the standard term, the phrase Boas Novas serves as a formal synonym meaning 'good news'.
How does it change in a sentence?
evangelho is a masculine noun. Its plural form is evangelhos when the context involves the books of the New Testament.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable. The IPA pronunciation is /e.vɐ̃ˈʒɛ.ʎu/.
Did you know?
- In certain Brazilian musical contexts, specifically in the 'Gospel' genre, the word 'gospel' is often used directly in English rather than translating it to evangelho.
- In common Brazilian speech, the phrase falar o evangelho can sometimes be used figuratively to describe someone telling the absolute truth or the 'whole story'.
- The Greek root of evangelho combines 'eu' (good) and 'angelion' (message), which is the same root found in the word 'angel'.
Examples in context
- Eles creem no evangelho.They believe in the Gospel.This sentence shows how to express belief in the evangelho.Tatoeba #7901568 by MatheusHDRJ, translation #12244658 by Miktsoanit
- Quão formosos são os pés dos que pregam o evangelho da paz!How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace!This sentence illustrates the concept of preaching the evangelho of peace.Tatoeba #11215077 by carlosalberto, translation #11215073 by carlosalberto
- O evangelho da força e da ameaça é difundido e se converte em lei maior.The gospel of force and threat is spread and becomes the highest law.This sentence demonstrates the usage of evangelho when describing the spreading of a message.Tatoeba #13416520 by carlosalberto, translation #13416684 by carlosalberto
- Eu gosto de estudar os ensinamentos do evangelho.I enjoy studying the teachings of the gospel.
- As boas novas de Jesus Cristo trouxeram esperança ao mundo.The good news of Jesus Christ brought hope to the world.
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A man and a woman are discussing their religious studies in a library.
- GabrielVocê já leu este evangelho?Have you read this gospel?
- JulianaSim, o evangelho é muito bonito.Yes, the gospel is very beautiful.
- GabrielO evangelho traz muita paz.The gospel brings much peace.
- JulianaEu concordo plenamente com você, Gabriel.I completely agree with you, Gabriel.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “gospel” translations and entries evangelho, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries evangelho, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
