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"Church" in Spanish: iglesia
la iglesia
A church is la iglesia. It is feminine. Ask ¿Dónde está la iglesia principal?
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How to pronounce iglesia
Say it
ee-GLEH-syah
/i.ˈɣle.sja/
ee-GLEH-syah. Soft g before e. Stress GLEH.
"Church" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la iglesia | the church Default noun. | Default noun. |
| frente a la iglesia | in front of the church Meeting point. | Meeting point. |
| iglesia histórica | historic church Sightseeing. | Sightseeing. |
| dentro de la iglesia | inside the church Quiet visit. | Quiet visit. |
How to use iglesia in real life
- 1Directions
¿Dónde está la iglesia principal?
Where is the main church?
Landmark ask.
- 2Meeting
Nos vemos frente a la iglesia.
We'll meet in front of the church.
Clear meetup.
- 3Visit
La iglesia abre a las nueve.
The church opens at nine.
Hours.
Mistakes English speakers make with iglesia
Incorrect: El iglesia es antigua.
Correct: La iglesia es antigua.
Iglesia is feminine: la iglesia.
Incorrect: Voy al church del centro.
Correct: Voy a la iglesia del centro.
Use iglesia, not English church.
Good to know
Good to knowIglesia is a church building. Dress modestly for visits. Many plazas use la iglesia as a landmark.
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Using a church as a meeting point
ChatPal
¿Quedamos en la iglesia del centro?
Shall we meet at the downtown church?
You
Sí, frente a la iglesia.
Yes, in front of the church.
ChatPal
A las once, ¿ok?
At eleven, okay?
You
Perfecto. Llevo mapa.
Perfect. I'll bring a map.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Church" in Spanish
Is iglesia feminine?
Yes: la iglesia.
In front of the church?
Frente a la iglesia.
Pronounce iglesia?
ee-GLEH-syah, soft g.
Visit tip?
Speak softly inside the iglesia.
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