Basilika (en. Basilica)

/bɑːzɪˈliːkə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of church that is generally large and has important architectural characteristics.

The Basilica of St. Peter in the Vatican is one of the most famous basilicas in the world.

Ang basilika ng San Pedro sa Vatican ay isa sa mga pinakabantog na basilika sa mundo.

A church that has been granted dignity by the Pope in the Catholic Church.

The basilica in the town has a special rank in the community.

Ang basilika sa simbahan ay may espesyal na ranggo sa pamayanan.

A structure that typically has a geometric floor plan with important columns and walls.

The design of the basilica reflects the rich history of architecture.

Ang disenyo ng basilika ay nagpapakita ng mayamang kasaysayan ng arkitektura.

Derived from Greek 'basiliké', meaning 'royal' or 'pertaining to a king'.

minor basilica

A basilica that has a higher recognition and purpose from the Catholic Church.

basilika menor

architecture

The art and science of planning and designing buildings and structures.

arkitektura

catholicism

A branch of Christianity led by the Pope in Rome.

katolisismo

This is where we'll meet.

Let's basilika outside the church later.

Basilika tayo sa labas ng simbahan mamaya.

Gathering of people.

Come on, let's basilika at the plaza to chill!

Tara, basilika tayo sa plaza para mag-chill!