Pabinyagan (en. Baptize)

/pəˈbi.ɲa.ɡan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Performed a ritual that refers to giving a name.
We will baptize our child next week.
Pabinyagan namin ang aming anak sa susunod na linggo.
Brings the church to the baptismal ceremony.
The priest will baptize this child.
Ang pari ang magpapabinyagan sa batang ito.
The process of forming a spiritual connection with a higher power.
Baptism is an important ceremony for Catholics.
Ang pabinyagan ay isang mahalagang seremonya para sa mga Katoliko.

Etymology

From the root 'binyag' meaning 'baptism'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Baptize the child
A ceremony where a baby or child is baptized.
Pabinyagan ang bata
Baptism in the church
A traditional baptism ceremony held inside the church.
Pabinyagan sa simbahan

Related Words

baptism
The ceremony of recognizing a person as a member of the church.
binyag
naming
The act of giving a name to a person during baptism.
binyagan
priest
The person who performs religious ceremonies, including baptism.
pari

Slang Meanings

a baptism that feels like a festival
Baby's baptism was really grand, it felt like we were celebrating a festival!
Ang pabinyagan ni baby ay talagang bongga, para kaming nag-celebrate ng fiesta!
a baptism that has perks
At their baptism, everyone who attended received giveaways.
Sa pabinyagan nila, lahat ng dumalo ay may giveaways pa.
a social gathering that includes a ritual
You should bring a gift to the baptism; it's both social and traditional.
Dapat magdala ng regalo sa pabinyagan, pang social at pang tradition.