Iglesia

Iglesia

Today’s Spanish word of the day is “iglesia”.

It’s a feminine noun meaning “church”. Like the English word “church”, it can be used to refer both to a physical building as well as the institution of the church.

The word “iglesia” comes from Greek ekklēsía meaning “assembly”, from which we also get the English word “ecclesiastical”.

Vamos a la iglesia los domingos.

We go to church on Sundays.

La iglesia del pueblo es muy bonita.

The village church is very beautiful.

La iglesia está cerrada por reparaciones.

The church is closed for repairs.

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