Kultihan (en. Cultic)

/kulˈti.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A system of beliefs or worship that is often compared to mainstream religions.
Many people became fascinated with this cult.
Maraming tao ang nahumaling sa kultihan na ito.
A group of people who break away from traditional religions to form their own beliefs.
The cult aims to achieve spiritual enlightenment.
Ang kultihan ay naglalayong makamit ang espiritwal na kaliwanagan.
May contain unusual rituals or practices that may be considered strange or atypical.
Their cult is known for its unusual rituals.
Ang kanilang kultihan ay kilala sa mga kakaibang ritwal.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'cult', referring to a group of people with a shared belief.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be part of a cult
To join a specific belief group.
maging bahagi ng kultihan

Related Words

cult
A smaller organization of people with the same beliefs that may be outside mainstream doctrines.
kulto
religious sect
A sub-set of a broader religion with differing beliefs and practices.
sektang relihiyon

Slang Meanings

Group of friends or clique.
Join our clique, it's fun here!
Sama ka sa kultihan namin, masaya dito!
A gathering of people with a common interest (often informal).
They have a gathering at the corner, come join us.
May kultihan sila sa kanto, tara sumama tayo.
An exclusive group that may have a sense of belonging.
You're not part of their clique, bro.
Hindi ka kasali sa kultihan nila, bro.