holy

holy(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. santo
You should act respectfully on this holy ground.Debes actuar respetuosamente en esta tierra santa.
b. sagrado
We remained silent when we entered the holy place.Nos mantuvimos en silencio cuando entramos al lugar sagrado.
c. de precepto
December 12th, the day of the Virgin Mary of Guadalupe, is a holy day of obligation in Mexico.El 12 de diciembre, el día de la Virgen María de Guadalupe, es un día de precepto obligado en México.
a. santo
The villagers considered him a holy man, and asked him for his advice and guidance.Los aldeanos lo consideraban un hombre santo, y le pedían consejo y guía.
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