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procesión

English translation of procesión

procession

The Spanish word 'procesión' translates to 'procession' in English. It refers to a number of people or vehicles moving forward in an orderly way, often as part of a ceremony or festival. For instance, it could be a religious event where believers or clergy march together, a military parade, or a funeral procession. This word generally implies a formal, organized movement rather than a casual walk or journey.


Example sentences using: procesión

La procesión de estudiantes caminó silenciosamente en protesta.

English translation of La procesión de estudiantes caminó silenciosamente en protesta.

The procession of students walked silently in protest.

This sentence illustrates a scene where a group of students are silently marching or walking as a form of protest. The term 'procesión' is used here to depict a procession or march for a non-religious cause.

La procesión pasará por la calle principal de la ciudad.

English translation of La procesión pasará por la calle principal de la ciudad.

The procession will pass through the main street of the city.

This sentence is implying that there's a planned procession that will follow a route along the main street of the city. Here, 'procesión' is a prearranged march or parade of sorts, generally for a religious or festive purpose.

Al pasar la procesión, lanzaron flores desde los balcones.

English translation of Al pasar la procesión, lanzaron flores desde los balcones.

As the procession passed, they threw flowers from the balconies.

This sentence is conveying an image of a procession passing by and onlookers, possibly residents of the area, throwing flowers from their balconies as a sign of respect or celebration. The word 'procesión' in this context represents a moving group of people or event.

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