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"Abad" is a noun which is often translated as "abbot", and "abadesa" is a noun which is often translated as "abbess". Learn more about the difference between "abad" and "abadesa" below.
el abad(
ah
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bahd
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (religious)
a. abbot
El abad dio la bienvenida a los nuevos seminaristas.The abbot welcomed the new seminarians.
la abadesa(
ah
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bah
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deh
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sah
)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
1. (religious)
a. abbess
La abadesa es comprensiva y solidaria hacia las demás monjas.The abbess is understanding and supportive toward the other nuns.
