No. 11,683 in Spanish
féretro
Coffin.
In a sentence
El féretro estaba decorado con flores hermosas.
The coffin was decorated with beautiful flowers.
Here, 'féretro' is used in its primary meaning referring to a coffin, showing a typical ceremonious context.
Los carpinteros construyeron un féretro artesanal para la ceremonia.
The carpenters built a handmade coffin for the ceremony.
In this example, 'féretro' is described in the context of it being crafted, emphasizing its material aspect.
Durante la procesión, el féretro fue llevado por seis portadores.
During the procession, the coffin was carried by six bearers.
This usage illustrates the role of 'féretro' in funeral traditions, focusing on its presence in the procession.
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