monasterio
monastery
The Spanish word 'monasterio' translates to 'monastery' in English. A monastery is a building or complex of buildings comprising the domestic quarters and workplaces of monastics, monks or nuns, whether living in communities or alone. In Spanish culture, monasteries are highly revered places associated with religious, social and historical significance.
Example sentences using: monasterio
He visitado un antiguo monasterio en España.
I have visited an old monastery in Spain.
This sentence uses the past tense verb 'he visitado' (I have visited) to discuss a past experience. In this case, the speaker has visited an 'antiguo monasterio' (old monastery) in Spain.
El monasterio está en la cima de la montaña.
The monastery is on top of the mountain.
This sentence discusses the location of the 'monasterio' (monastery). Using 'está en' (is on), the speaker is expressing that the monastery is located on 'la cima de la montaña' (the top of the mountain).
El monasterio es famoso por su vino.
The monastery is famous for its wine.
This sentence uses 'es famoso por' (is famous for) to express something that the 'monasterio' (monastery) is well-known for. In this case, the monastery is famous for 'su vino' (its wine).