Agimat (en. Amulet)

/aˈɡimat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object believed to have the power to protect the wearer.
He wore an amulet to avoid bad luck.
Nagsuot siya ng agimat upang makaiwas sa masamang kapalaran.
An artifact or symbol representing the power of a spirit or god.
They believe that this amulet comes from their ancestors.
Pinaniniwalaan nilang ang agimat na ito ay galing sa kanilang ninuno.
A type of decoration with a symbolic meaning that may bring good luck.
His amulet is made from precious stones.
Ang kanyang agimat ay gawa sa mga mamahaling bato.

Etymology

Latin: amuletum

Common Phrases and Expressions

Do you have an amulet?
Is it that you have a protective charm?
May agimat ka ba?
Hiding an amulet.
Hiding something for protection or luck.
Nagtatago ng agimat.

Related Words

curse
An evil power that causes misfortune or defects.
sumpa
ritual
A series of activities intended to achieve a specific purpose.
ritwal

Slang Meanings

charm or luck charm
I bought a charm for luck in my business.
Bumili ako ng agimat para sa swerte sa negosyo.
mystical object
They say, his charm gave him extraordinary strength.
Sabi nila, yung agimat niya ay nagbigay sa kanya ng hindi pangkaraniwang lakas.
protective talisman
You should have a charm for protection when you go out.
Dapat may agimat ka para sa proteksyon sa labas.
supernatural talent
It's like she has a charm for dancing, she's so good!
Parang may agimat siya sa pagsasayaw, ang galing!