Magpabendita (en. To bless)

mag-pa-ben-di-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An act of imparting a blessing or favor.
Bless your loved ones for their safety.
Magpabendita ka sa mga mahal mo sa buhay para sa kanilang kaligtasan.
The process of offering a prayer or ritual to honor God.
In the church, they decided to bless the new vehicle.
Sa simbahan, nagpasya silang magpabendita ng bagong sasakyan.
Receiving spiritual grace from God.
People insist on having their homes blessed every new year.
Mga tao ang nagpipilit na magpabendita ng kanilang tahanan tuwing bagong taon.

Etymology

The word 'bendita' originates from the Spanish word 'bendito', meaning 'blessed' or 'sanctified'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Bless the house
The process of blessing a home to make it safe and prosperous.
Magpabendita ng bahay

Related Words

blessing
A key aspect of rituals contained within religious ceremonies.
bendisyon

Slang Meanings

To be overly grateful or to be humble.
You should show gratitude for your achievements, dude.
Magpabendita ka na sa mga natamo mong tagumpay, pare.
To show off or boast.
He flaunted his new car, you know.
Nagpabendita siya sa kanyang bagong kotse, eh.
To celebrate or have a party.
Let's go party at Juan's house, there's a feast!
Tara magpabendita sa bahay ni Juan, may handa!