Oratoryo (en. Oratory)
/o-ra-'to-rio/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A small room or place used for prayer or meditation.
He went to the oratory to pray quietly.
Pumunta siya sa oratoryo upang manalangin nang tahimik.
A place designated for religious rituals.
The oratory was filled with candles and flowers for the ceremony.
Ang oratoryo ay puno ng mga kandila at bulaklak para sa seremonya.
A space for individuals to perform personal devotion.
Behind the church, there is an oratory for the faithful.
Sa likod ng simbahan, mayroong oratoryo para sa mga mananampalataya.
Etymology
From the Latin word 'oratorium', meaning a place for prayer.
Common Phrases and Expressions
oratory of silence
A quiet place for meditation or prayer.
oratoryo ng katahimikan
Related Words
prayer
An act of communicating with God or the saints.
panalangin
devotion
The practice of rituals or worship as an expression of faith.
debosyon
Slang Meanings
Speaking with knowledge and skill, often showcasing an appealing style.
Marco's oratory in the debate was truly engaging.
Ang oratoryo ni Marco sa debate ay talagang nakakaengganyo.
Often used for political speeches.
Politicians need oratory to gain the trust of the people.
Kailangan ng mga pulitiko ang oratoryo para makuha ang tiwala ng mga tao.
Sometimes refers to the talent for speaking with emotion.
I was impressed by his oratory full of emotion.
Napahanga ako sa oratoryo niya na puno ng emosyon.