Magkakandila (en. To use candles)

mag-ka-kan-di-la

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To make or use candles.
We will use candles in the church for prayer.
Magkakandila tayo sa simbahan para sa Dasal.
To take care of candles to provide light.
On many occasions, we use candles in the evening.
Sa maraming okasyon, magkakandila kami noong gabi.
To light a candle as a symbol of hope.
We will use candles during the festival in honor of the departed.
Magkakandila kami sa piyesta bilang paggalang sa mga namayapa.

Etymology

Root word: candle

Common Phrases and Expressions

to light a candle in the name of
To pray or pay tribute to a person or occasion.
magkandila sa ngalan ng

Related Words

candle
A device used to provide light when lit.
kandila
light
Light that comes from a source.
ilaw

Slang Meanings

diligent work or spending time on something
We need to really put in the effort for our final project.
Kailangan natin ng magkakandila para sa final project natin.
to unite or collaborate on a task
If we don't work together, we won't finish on time.
Kung hindi tayo magkakandila, hindi tayo matatapos sa oras.