Abyarin (en. Ablution)

/ɐbjaˈɾin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A ritual cleaning or washing of the body, usually for the purpose of worship or showing holiness.
The faithful performed ablution before their prayer.
Ang mga mananampalataya ay nagsagawa ng abyarin bago ang kanilang pagdarasal.
A method of removing dirt or impurity from something or someone.
The cleansing of the altar is an important part of the ceremony.
Ang abyarin ng altar ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng seremonya.
The physical act of washing or cleaning.
Before the festival began, the people performed cleansing in their homes.
Bago magsimula ang piyesta, ginawa ng mga tao ang abyarin sa kanilang mga bahay.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cleanse oneself
The process of purifying or washing oneself before an important event or ceremony.
abyarin ang sarili
perform ablution before prayer
An important step in the prayer ritual that shows reverence and preparation.
abyarin bago ang dasal

Related Words

ritual
A set of prescribed steps or actions typically carried out in a religious context.
ritwal
cleaning
The process of removing dirt or impurity from something or someone.
paglilinis

Slang Meanings

a youth or young person who is cheerful and flirtatious
The abyarin of the village always hang out drinking every Saturday.
Ang mga abyarin ng barangay ay laging nag-iinuman tuwing Sabado.
a sociable person who often mingles
Mark is an abyarin, so he’s easy to talk to at parties.
Si Mark ay abyarin, kaya hindi siya mahirap kausapin sa mga parties.
a person who loves fun and joy
This abyarin always has a party in life.
Ang abyarin na 'to, laging may fiesta sa buhay.