Anting-anting (en. Amulet)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An object considered to have the power to provide protection or luck.

His amulet was inherited from his ancestors.

Ang kanyang anting-anting ay galing pa sa mga ninuno niya.

Commonly used symbol of belief in mystical powers.

Many people believe that their amulet brings peace.

Maraming tao ang naniniwala na ang kanilang anting-anting ay nagdadala ng kapayapaan.

has an amulet

possesses a power that provides protection or luck

may anting-anting

amulet of peace

an object believed to bring peace

anting-anting ng kapayapaan

ritual

A series of customary actions performed in a specific way, often in the context of beliefs.

ritwal

belief

The acceptance of something without scientific proof.

paniniwala

an ancient amulet or charm believed to provide protection

For me, my anting-anting is like a lucky charm that I always carry.

Para sa akin, ang anting-anting ko ay parang lucky charm na laging dala-dala.

something that boosts confidence or gives strength

That new outfit I got feels like anting-anting for me because it gives me confidence.

Yung bagong damit na nakuha ko, parang anting-anting sa akin kasi pinagkukunan ko ng tiwala.

consideration of superstitious beliefs or culture

Before, I thought anting-anting really helps, but now I see it as more of a tradition.

Dati, akala ko ang anting-anting ay totoong nakakatulong, pero ngayon, nakikita ko na ito parang tradisyon na lang.