Magkandila (en. To light candles)

/maɡkanˈdila/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The act of placing or lighting a candle.

Let's light candles for the memories of our loved ones.

Magkandila tayo para sa mga alaala ng ating mga mahal sa buhay.

The lighting of a candle, often shown in rituals or special occasions.

As part of the ceremony, we will light candles at the church.

Bilang bahagi ng seremonya, magkandila tayo sa simbahan.

The word 'candle' comes from the Spanish word 'candela'.

light a candle of hope

The symbol of keeping hope alive despite challenges.

magkandila ng pag-asa

light candles in the church

The act of lighting candles as part of worship.

magkandila sa simbahan

candle

An object made of wax with a wick, used for light.

kandila

lighting

The act of igniting fire or light.

pagsisindi

To disco or party.

We added candles for our disco night.

Nagdagdag kami ng kandila para sa ating disco night.

To relax or chill.

Come on, let’s chill at the beach with some candles.

Tara, magkandila na tayo sa beach para mag-relax.

To be prepared for any situation.

Let’s prepare well for the exams so we won’t be caught off guard.

Magkandila na tayo sa mga exam para hindi tayo mabigla.