Bathalaan (en. Sacred)

ba-ta-la-an

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or space considered sacred or holy.
The sacred space is often used in rituals and ceremonies.
Ang bathalaan ay kadalasang ginagamit sa mga ritwal at seremonya.
An object with a high level of holiness.
The relics of saints are considered sacred.
Ang mga relic ng mga santo ay itinuturing na bathalaan.
A type of recognition given to sacred places or objects.
The sacred place holds great importance in the culture of the people.
Ang bathalaan ay may malaking kahalagahan sa kultura ng mga tao.

Etymology

Derived from the root words 'batha' and 'alaan'

Common Phrases and Expressions

sacred place of the gods
Place of worship for the gods.
bathalaan ng mga Diyos

Related Words

root word that means holy or sacred.
batha
word that indicates a place or space considered holy.
alaan

Slang Meanings

in extreme anger
He was fuming with rage when he found out he was cheated on.
Naghuhumindig siya sa bathalaan nang malaman niyang naloko siya.
chaos
The chaos in the barangay entertained the people.
Ang bathalaan sa barangay ay nagbigay ng aliw sa mga tao.
complicated situation
Their discussion led to a messy situation that no one knew how to resolve.
Ang kanilang usapan ay nagdulot ng bathalaan na walang nakakaalam kung paano sosolusyunan.