espiritual
/espiɾiˈtwal/
The English word "spiritual" is translated into Spanish as espiritual.
espiritual is an adjective used to describe things that pertain to the spirit or the soul. It can also function as a noun to refer to a folk song.
Meaning: of or pertaining to the spirit or the soul (adj)
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/espiɾiˈtwal/
Did you know?
- The phrase bodas espirituales describes symbolic weddings that have no legal weight or government recognition.
- Historically, Spanish law used lo espiritual to categorize non-material goods and rights, creating a strict legal divide from lo temporal.
- While espiritual describes the soul, adding the suffix to create espiritualista often identifies a follower of a specific occult or spiritualist movement.
Examples in context
- Ellos lo apoyaron tanto material como espiritualmente.They gave him both material and spiritual support.This example shows how to use espiritual to describe support alongside material support.Tatoeba #1702529 by marcelostockle, translation #307506 by CM
- Enseñó la meditación como un medio para la purificación espiritual y la consecución del Dao, un principio que hace referencia a los más altos ideales espirituales de la humanidad.He taught contemplation as a means of spiritual purification and the attainment of the Dao, a principle that signifies the highest spiritual ideals of mankind.This example uses espiritual in the context of purification and high ideals.Tatoeba #1763994 by teskmon, translation #898001 by eastasiastudent
- Si el budismo es atractivo, es porque aparece como una posibilidad de tocar el infinito y de obtener felicidad sin tener alguna obligación religiosa concreta. Un auto-erotismo espiritual en cierta medida.If Buddhism is attractive, it is because it appears as a possibility of touching the infinite and obtaining happiness without having any concrete religious obligations. A spiritual auto-eroticism of some sort.This example uses espiritual to describe a type of auto-eroticism.Tatoeba #1179099 by marcelostockle, translation #410821 by Scott
- La música clásica tiene una calidad espiritual que va más allá de lo meramente terrenal.Classical music has a spiritual quality that goes beyond the earthly.
- La filosofía oriental busca una conexión trascendental con el espíritu.Eastern philosophy seeks a transcendental connection with the spirit.
- El chamán tiene un conocimiento místico de la naturaleza.The shaman has a mystical knowledge of nature.
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Example conversation
Daniel and María are discussing their lifestyle choices at a café.
- DanielBusco una conexión espiritual con la naturaleza.I am looking for a spiritual connection with nature.
- MaríaEs un camino muy hermoso, Daniel.It is a very beautiful path, Daniel.
- Daniel¿Crees que la paz espiritual es posible?Do you think spiritual peace is possible?
- MaríaSí, creo que todos podemos encontrarla.Yes, I believe we can all find it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “spiritual” translations and entries espiritual, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
