Maykapal (en. Creator)

may-ka-pal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term for God or a being with power.
Many people believe in their creator.
Maraming tao ang naniniwala sa kanilang maykapal.
A being considered as the creator or controller of nature.
The deity in legends provides lessons to the people.
Ang maykapal ng mga alamat ay nagbibigay ng mga aral sa mga tao.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'may' (indicating possession) and 'kapal' (referring to possession of power or authority)

Common Phrases and Expressions

When there is power, there is a creator.
There is power in life that should be respected.
Kapag may kapangyarihan, may maykapal.
Prayer to the creator.
Pleading to God or a powerful being.
Panalangin sa maykapal.

Related Words

Create
Refers to making something out of nothing.
Lumikha
Grace
The favor or assistance from a deity.
Biyaya

Slang Meanings

God or Higher Power
Of course, I owe all of this to the higher power.
Siyempre, kay maykapal ko ito lahat.
Fate or Destiny
It seems like everything depends on destiny.
Mukhang sa maykapal na nakasalalay ang lahat.
Luck or Fortune
I hope the next match brings good luck.
Sana'y magdala ng maykapal ang susunod na laban.