What does "velatorio" mean in English?

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Spanish

velatorio

English

wake

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Alternative translations of "velatorio"

funeral vigil
viewing
wake service

Examples of how to use "velatorio" in Spanish

Spanish
Fuimos al velatorio a dar el pésame.
English
We went to the wake to offer condolences.
Spanish
Fuimos al velatorio ayer por la tarde
English
We went to the wake yesterday afternoon.
Spanish
El velatorio será en la iglesia central
English
The wake will be at the main church.
Spanish
En el velatorio hubo mucha gente llorando
English
There were many people crying at the wake.
Spanish
Prepararon flores para la velatoria familiar
English
They prepared flowers for the family wake.

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Fuimos al velatorio a dar el pésame.

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