san Miguelito

Spanish

Etymology

From san Miguel (“saint Michael”) +‎ -ito.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌsam miɡeˈlito/ [ˌsãm mi.ɣ̞eˈli.t̪o]
• Syllabification: san Mi‧gue‧li‧to

Proper noun

san Miguelito m

1. (colloquial) Diminutive of san Miguel; a term of endearment for the archangel Michael

Noun

san Miguelito m (plural san Miguelitos)

1. (colloquial, usually in the plural, Mexico) a person devoted archangel Michael, especially one who makes pilgrimage in his honor

   Synonym: san Migueles

2. (colloquial, usually in the plural, Mexico) a ritual dancer or member of procession donning the archangel Michael's traditional Roman military attire