Altar (en. Altar)

/ˈaltär/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A structure where rituals or worship are performed.

In the church, the altar is the place where prayers are offered.

Sa simbahan, ang altar ay ang lugar kung saan ipinapahayag ang mga panalangin.

An elevated surface, often built for special occasions.

There is a beautiful altar setup for the wedding in the hall.

May magandang set-up ng altar para sa kasal sa bulwagan.

A table or platform where offerings are placed.

The altar of God is adorned with flowers and lights.

Ang altar ng Diyos ay may mga bulaklak at ilaw.

Derived from the Latin word 'altare', meaning 'to elevate' or 'to stand up'

altar of the nation

A symbol of sacrifice for the country.

altar ng bayan

offering

An item presented or given as part of a ritual.

alay

ritual

A planned series of activities performed in a particular context.

ritwal

Place where offerings or idols are laid

The altar of the saints is inside the church.

Nandito yung altar ng mga santo sa loob ng simbahan.

A place that people use for personal prayers

I always offer my prayers at the altar of our home.

Palagi akong nag-aalay ng dasal sa altar ng aming bahay.

You are the star, like an altar that draws attention

At this event, you’re like an altar with so many people looking at you.

Sa event na ito, parang altar ka sa dami ng tao na nakatingin sa'yo.