Ermita (en. Hermitage)

er-mi-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A small church or chapel typically located in remote areas.
We went to the hermitage to pray and rest.
Pumunta kami sa ermita para magdasal at magpahinga.
A place of worship where people can gather for services.
As part of our traditions, we visit the hermitage every Christmas.
Bilang bahagi ng aming mga tradisyon, bumisita kami sa ermita tuwing Pasko.

Etymology

Spanish: 'ermita', meaning small church.

Common Phrases and Expressions

visiting the hermitage
The activity of going to a hermitage for devotional purposes.
pagbisita sa ermita

Related Words

shrine
A place dedicated to worship, usually with an altar.
dambana

Slang Meanings

A sexy or hot person
Wow, Mia is really the hottest in the campus!
Grabe 'yang si Mia, talagang ermita siya ng campus!
A person or group that is impatient
I just went through this boredom because we've been waiting too long!
Dinaan ko na lang sa ermitahan na 'to kasi matagal na tayo naghihintay!