Viernes Santo
Definition
Good Friday, the Christian observance on the Friday before Easter Sunday, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
A solemn holy day in the liturgical calendar, traditionally marked by fasting, abstinence from meat, and religious processions in many Spanish-speaking cultures.
Examples
En Viernes Santo mi familia finge ayunar mientras planea el festín de Pascua.
On Good Friday my family pretends to fast while plotting the Easter feast.
Viernes Santo es el día en que hasta los ateos comen pescado por tradición familiar.
Good Friday is the day even atheists eat fish for family tradition.
Durante Viernes Santo, las procesiones convierten las calles en un desfile gótico sin disfraces.
During Good Friday, processions turn streets into a gothic parade without costumes.
Olvidé que era Viernes Santo y pedí una hamburguesa, ahora soy el villano de la cena.
I forgot it was Good Friday and ordered a burger; now I'm the dinner villain.