No. 12,909 in Spanish
pastoral
Related to shepherds, rural life, or the spiritual care of a congregation.
In a sentence
La obra de teatro tenía un ambiente pastoral encantador.
The play had a charming pastoral setting.
Here, 'pastoral' describes a setting that is rural and related to the countryside.
El poema destacó las virtudes de la vida pastoral.
The poem highlighted the virtues of pastoral life.
In this sentence, 'pastoral' refers to an idealized version of rural life as depicted in literature or art.
El líder brindó cuidado pastoral a los miembros de la comunidad.
The leader provided pastoral care to the community members.
Here, 'pastoral' is used in a context related to guidance and care, typically of a religious or spiritual nature.
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