Himala (en. Miracle)

hiˈmala

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An event that cannot be explained and is often considered a supernatural act.
His recovery from illness is considered a miracle.
Ang kanyang pagbabalik mula sa sakit ay itinuturing na isang himala.
Anything that transcends common experience or the laws of nature.
Many believe that miracles can happen at any time.
Naniniwala ang marami na ang himala ay maaaring mangyari sa kahit anong panahon.
An extraordinary achievement that seems unrealistic.
His victory in the competition is a miracle.
Ang kanyang tagumpay sa kompetisyon ay isang himala.

Etymology

From the Arabic word 'maḥala'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Miracle of God
An event considered as an act of God.
Himala ng Diyos
Miracle behind nature
Events in nature that are hard to explain.
Himala sa likod ng kalikasan

Related Words

miracle
An event outside the ordinary laws of nature.
milagro
mystery
Something or an event that cannot be explained or understood.
misteryo

Slang Meanings

super luck
Wow, it's a miracle that I won the prize in the raffle!
Grabe, himala na lang na nakuha ko ang premyo sa raffle!
unbelievable
Miracle! It feels like it's not true that he was there!
Himala! Parang hindi totoo na nandoon siya!
extraordinary
The miracle of her talent in dancing!
Ang himala ng kanyang galing sa pagsasayaw!