salvador
/salbaˈdoɾ/masculine
The English word "savior" is translated into Spanish as salvador. Wiktionary also lists salvadora.
Meaning: a person who saves someone, rescues another from harm (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| salvador | /salbaˈdoɾ/ | masculine |
| salvadora | /salbaˈdoɾa/ | feminine |
A salvador is a person who saves someone, rescues another from harm. In a religious context, the term Salvador specifically refers to Jesus Christ.
Which one should you use?
While salvador is the general term for a savior, the capitalized form Salvador is used as a proper noun to specifically refer to Jesus Christ. Another formal alternative for "redeemer" is redentor.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form salvadora is used when the savior is a woman.
How do you pronounce it?
/salbaˈdoɾ/
Did you know?
- When talking about saving money or time, Spanish speakers will not use salvador but will instead use ahorrar, which is a completely different root.
- The word salvador is a common given name and surname in Spanish-speaking cultures, often given to children born near Christmas.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, 'El Salvador' is not just a religious title but the name of a Central American nation.
Examples in context
- 'Querido Señor Jesús, ven a mi corazón, sé mi Señor y Salvador. Perdóname de todo mi pecado. Lávame y límpiame. Libérame. Jesús, gracias porque moriste por mí. Creo que estás resucitado de entre los muertos y que vuelves por mí'.'Dear Lord Jesus, come into my heart, be my lord and savior. Forgive me of all my sin. Wash me and Cleanse me. Set me free. Jesus, Thank You that You died for me. I believe that You are risen from the dead. and that You are coming back again for me.'Tatoeba #6864191 by albrusgher, translation #6464884 by LeeSooHa
- Jesús Cristo es mi Salvador.Jesus Christ is my Savior.Tatoeba #4049567 by mervert1, translation #3605311 by jpshepherd
- Marley es la salvadora de Tim.Marley is Tim's savior.Tatoeba #10301626 by DJ_Saidez, translation #10301625 by DJ_Saidez
- Un salvador puede ser alguien que nos protege y nos salva del peligro.A savior can be someone who protects us and saves us from danger.
- Jesús es conocido por muchas personas como el redentor del mundo.Jesus is known by many as the redeemer of the world.
- ¡Gracias por ayudarme! Eres un salvador.Thank you for helping me! You're a savior.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a character in a movie they just watched.
- María¿Crees que el protagonista es un salvador?Do you think the protagonist is a savior?
- DanielSí, él es el salvador de la ciudad.Yes, he is the savior of the city.
- MaríaDaniel, parece que te gusta mucho ese personaje.Daniel, it seems you really like that character.
- DanielEs que su valentía es increíble.It is just that his bravery is incredible.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “savior” translations and entries salvador, salvadora, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
