Cristo (en. Christ)
kris-to
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Name of the savior Jesus, considered the Messiah by Christians.
Christ is the center of the Christian faith.
Si Cristo ang sentro ng pananampalatayang Kristiyano.
Refers to anyone anointed by God for a special purpose.
In prophecies, many Christs are described.
Sa mga hula, maraming mga Cristo ang inilarawan.
Etymology
Latin term 'Christus' meaning 'the anointed one'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Christianity
Religion based on the teachings of Christ.
Kristiyanismo
Related Words
Jesus
The true name of Christ in the Hebrew language.
Hesus
Christmas
Celebration of the birth of Christ.
Krismaso
Slang Meanings
just call them 'Cristo' for characters in films or video games.
Who is he? He's so good at styling, like a Cristo in movies!
Sino siya? Ang galing mag-ayos, parang Cristo sa mga pelikula!
serving as a savior or hero in a situation.
When there's a problem, Marco is the Cristo of the group, he's always there.
Kapag may problema, si Marco ang Cristo ng grupo, lagi siyang nandiyan.