Anit (en. Spirit)

a-nit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A soul, usually referring to spirits or beings that no longer have a physical form.
They believe that the spirit of their deceased grandfather appears on the Day of the Dead.
Naniniwala sila na ang anit ng kanilang yumaong lolo ay palabas sa araw ng mga patay.
An essence or entity capable of acting in the physical world.
The spirit of the town is worshipped through rituals.
Ang anit ng bayan ay sinasamba sa pamamagitan ng mga ritwal.
The essence of a person's emotions or being.
His spirit is full of hope and joy despite his challenges.
Ang kanyang anit ay puno ng pag-asa at ligaya sa kabila ng kanyang mga pagsubok.

Etymology

Ancient Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

Care for the spirit
Taking care of and respecting spirits.
Pangangalaga sa anit

Related Words

soul
Another term for spirit that refers to a person's essence.
kaluluwa
spiritism
Belief and practice regarding communication with spirits.
espiritismo

Slang Meanings

very cute or a beautiful thing
Your skin's anit, like a baby!
Ang anit ng kutis mo, parang baby!
very happy or joyful
Wow, the party was so fun, it was anit!
Grabe, ang saya sa party, ang anit!
good talk or news
What she said about the concert is really anit!
Yung pinagsasabi niya about sa concert, anit talaga!