What is the Spanish word for "prayer"?

Learn how to say "prayer" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

prayer

Spanish

oración

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Alternative translations of "prayer"

oración
rezo
plegaria
súplica
rezar

Examples of how to use "prayer" in Spanish

English
The monks started their morning prayer.
Spanish
Los monjes comenzaron su oración matutina.
English
She whispered a prayer before the test.
Spanish
Ella susurró una oración antes del examen.
English
They gathered for a quiet prayer together.
Spanish
Se reunieron para una oración tranquila juntos.
English
He offered a prayer for his sick friend.
Spanish
Él ofreció una oración por su amigo enfermo.
English
The village held a prayer at sunrise.
Spanish
El pueblo realizó una oración al amanecer.

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