venerar
venerate
The Spanish word 'venerar' translates to 'venerate' in English. It is a verb that describes the act of having a deep respect or admiration for someone or something. This word is often used in religious contexts, but it can also be used more generally. In a sentence you might use 'venerar' to describe the feeling you have for a highly respected authority figure or cultural icon.
Example sentences using: venerar
Los devotos suelen venerar a los santos.
Devotees often venerate the saints.
This sentence is talking about a usual practice among religious devotees who admire or respect saints to a high degree; 'venerate' is used here to indicate deep respect or admiration, often in a religious context.
Es importante venerar a nuestros antepasados.
It is important to venerate our ancestors.
This sentence is emphasizing the importance of respecting or honoring our ancestors; here, 'venerate' expresses deep respect or reverence, in this case, towards one's ancestors.
El pueblo solía venerar al dios del sol.
The people used to venerate the sun god.
This sentence talks about past practices of a certain group of people, their veneration or deep respect towards a deity, specifically, the sun god; 'venerate' here portrays deep respect or worship of a deity.