Biyernessanto (en. Good friday)

bi-yer-ne-san-to

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Good Friday is a celebration that marks the death of Jesus Christ on Good Friday.
On Good Friday, many people fast and pray.
Sa Biyernessanto, maraming tao ang nag-aayuno at nagdarasal.
It is part of the Holy Week celebrations in Christian tradition.
The churches are full of devotees during Good Friday.
Ang mga simbahan ay puno ng mga deboto tuwing Biyernessanto.

Etymology

Originates from the words 'Friday' and 'saint'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Call of Good Friday
Arite for the souls on this day.
Tawag ng Biyernessanto

Related Words

Holy Week
A week-long celebration that begins on Palm Sunday and ends on Easter Sunday.
Mahal na Araw

Slang Meanings

Always talking; often a companion or partner in conversations.
You again, it’s like you’re that biyernessanto who always chats on the corner.
Kayo na naman, parang biyernessanto na lagi kayong nagkukwentuhan sa kanto.
A companion that acts like 'babe' or 'sweetheart' but in a more joking manner.
He said, 'Hey biyernessanto, come on!'
Sabi niya, 'Hoy biyernessanto, halika na!'