Virgen María
/biɾxen maɾia/from spelling rulesfeminine
The English phrase "virgin mary" is translated into Spanish as Virgen María.
Virgen María refers to Mary, the mother of Jesus. In many Spanish-speaking contexts, particularly in religious or devotional settings, la Virgen is used as a common shorthand for the Virgin Mary.
Meaning: Mary, mother of Jesus (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
In Spanish, the definite article la is almost always used before Virgen María when referring to her in a sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/biɾxen maɾia/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word maría is used as a common slang term for 'marijuana'.
- While Virgen María is the name, it is very common to hear the phrase la Virgencita, using a diminutive suffix to express deep affection and tenderness.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, there are hundreds of different titles for la Virgen, such as la Virgen de Guadalupe, each tied to a specific local miracle or region.
Examples in context
- La Virgen María es la madre de Jesús.The Virgin Mary is Jesus' mother.This sentence is useful for showing how to identify Virgen María as the mother of Jesus.Tatoeba #2069271 by marcelostockle, translation #2066757 by Eldad
- La Virgen María es venerada por millones de personas en todo el mundo.The Virgin Mary is revered by millions of people around the world.
- Nuestra Señora siempre nos guía y protege.Our Lady always guides and protects us.
- He rezado ante la Virgen en busca de consuelo.I have prayed before the Virgin seeking comfort.
- Pido a la Virgen María Santísima que nos bendiga en estos tiempos difíciles.I pray to the Most Holy Virgin Mary to bless us in these challenging times.
- Pedimos a la Virgen María de Guadalupe que interceda por nosotros.We pray to the Virgin Mary of Guadalupe to intercede for us.
- Me encomiendo a la Virgen María del Rosario para encontrar paz en mis oraciones.I entrust myself to the Virgin Mary of the Rosary to find peace in my prayers.
- La Virgen María es muy respetada.The Virgin Mary is very respected.
- Muchos rezan a la Virgen María.Many people pray to the Virgin Mary.
Example conversation
Mateo and María are talking about religious art in a church.
- Mateo¿Viste la pintura de la Virgen María?Did you see the painting of the Virgin Mary?
- MaríaSí, es muy hermosa.Yes, it is very beautiful.
- MateoEs una obra clásica.It is a classic work.
- MaríaTienes razón, Mateo.You are right, Mateo.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “virgin mary” translations and entries Virgen María, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries María, maría, virgen, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
