Katubusan (en. Redemption)

ka-tu-bu-san

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of gaining freedom or payment from slavery or debt.
The redemption of captives is an important part of their culture.
Ang katubusan ng mga bihag ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng kanilang kultura.
The recovery of something lost through payment.
He paid a redemption fee to get back his land.
Nagbayad siya ng katubusan upang makuha ang kanyang lupa.
The idea of removing sin or fault through payment or seeking forgiveness.
His actions led to his redemption.
Ang kanyang mga gawa ay naging daan sa kanyang katubusan.

Etymology

from the root word 'tubos' meaning 'payment' or 'redemption'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

indigenous redemption
The significance of traditional methods of obtaining redemption.
katutubong katubusan
redemption of sin
The process of seeking forgiveness and restoring a relationship.
katubusan ng kasalanan

Related Words

payment
The action of paying for freedom or acquiring a specified item.
tubos
repentance
The feeling of regret for mistakes that can lead to redemption.
pagsisisi

Slang Meanings

Redemption or release from someone's bondage.
It's like redeeming a debt; you really need to save money for it.
Parang katubusan sa utang, kailangan talaga ipunin ang pera para dito.
Deliverance or escape from a bad situation.
She found redemption for herself when she left the toxic relationship.
Nagbigay siya ng katubusan sa kanyang sarili nang umalis siya sa toxic na relasyon.