Bumasbas (en. To bless)

/bumasbas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
an action of giving blessing.
The priest blesses the newlyweds.
Bumabasbas ang pari sa mga bagong kasal.
the action of removing evil spirits or illness.
He blesses the water to use for healing.
Bumabasbas siya ng tubig upang gamitin sa pagpapagaling.

Etymology

from the word 'basbas' meaning to convey blessing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blessing the people
giving blessings or protection to people.
bumasbas ng mga tao

Related Words

blessing
means a blessing or a strengthening of a person or thing.
basbas

Slang Meanings

Just waiting or standing around as if doing nothing.
I was just bumasbas in front of the house, couldn't think of anything to do.
Bumasbas lang ako sa harap ng bahay, wala akong maisip na gawin.
Just relaxing or chilling in one spot.
Alright, let's just bumasbas in the park before heading home.
Sige lang, bumasbas muna tayo sa park bago umuwi.