Martiryo (en. Martyrdom)

mar-ti-ryo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of suffering or sacrifice for a purpose or belief.
The martyrdom of the heroes will not be forgotten in history.
Ang martiryo ng mga bayani ay hindi mawawaglit sa kasaysayan.
The process of enduring hardships for a greater purpose.
Martyrdom is often involved in religious faiths.
Ang martiryo ay madalas na kasangkot sa mga relihiyosong pananampalataya.

Etymology

Spanish word: martyrdom

Common Phrases and Expressions

martyrdom in the name of love
A sacrifice made to uphold the love or welfare of others.
martiryo sa ngalan ng pag-ibig
sacrifice for the country
Martyrdom or sacrifice for the welfare of the nation.
pagsasakripisyo para sa bayan

Related Words

martyr
A person who suffers or experiences martyrdom because of their beliefs or values.
martir

Slang Meanings

extreme suffering
Wow, you're really martyring yourself in that relationship; it's like you're not even happy!
Grabe, ang martiryo mo sa relasyon niyo, parang hindi ka na masaya!
self-suffering
Why are you martyring yourself at your job? They don't even appreciate you.
Bakit ka pa nagmartiryo sa trabaho mo? Hindi naman sila nagpapahalaga sa iyo.
suffering for no reason
People who martyr themselves in the wrong situation are just foolish.
Yung mga tao na nagmartiryo sa maling sitwasyon, ang tanga lang.