Paglapastangan (en. Profanation)

/paɡ-lapa-staŋ-an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of desecrating or disrespecting things considered sacred.
The desecration of churches is considered a serious sin.
Ang paglapastangan sa mga simbahan ay itinuturing na isang mabigat na kasalanan.
Handling or abusing things valued by others.
Disrespecting the culture of others is unacceptable.
Hindi katanggap-tanggap ang paglapastangan sa kultura ng ibang tao.
Demonstrating disrespect or disregard for the principles and beliefs of others.
The violation of traditions leads to conflict in society.
Ang paglapastangan sa mga tradisyon ay nagdudulot ng hidwaan sa lipunan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'lapastangan' which means disregard or disrespect.

Common Phrases and Expressions

desecration of the sacred
Violation or disrespect of sacred matters.
paglapastangan sa sagrado

Related Words

profanity
Disregard or disrespect towards valuable or significant matters.
lapastangan

Slang Meanings

destruction or violation of dignity
A strange violation happened to his reputation in school.
Kakaibang paglapastangan ang nangyari sa kanyang reputasyon sa eskwela.
defiance or lack of respect for traditions
It's alarming how the youth violate established customs.
Nakakabahala ang paglapastangan ng mga kabataan sa mga nakasanayang kaugalian.
lack of respect
Disrespect toward elders should not be tolerated.
Ang paglapastangan sa mga nakatatanda ay hindi dapat pinapayagan.