Pagluhod (en. Kneeling)

/paɡluˈhod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of bending the knees while standing.
Kneeling is a sign of respect before God.
Ang pagluhod ay isang tanda ng paggalang sa harap ng Diyos.
A position where the body is lowered on the knees.
He went to kneel to pray.
Nagpunta siya sa pagluhod upang magdasal.
A part of a ritual that involves respect.
The ceremony requires kneeling from all participants.
Hinihingi ng seremonya ang pagluhod mula sa lahat ng kalahok.

Etymology

from the root word 'luhod'

Common Phrases and Expressions

kneeling before God
An act of devotion or respect towards God.
pagluhod sa harap ng Diyos
kneeling at the altar
Praying or showing respect by bending the knees at the altar.
pagluhod sa altar

Related Words

knees
The state of knees being bent or bowed.
luhod
prayer
A communication or supplication to God.
dasal

Slang Meanings

A gift or offering presented as a sign of respect.
She was so happy when I gave her an offering at the altar, it was like kneeling in her eyes.
Sobrang saya niya nung nagbigay ako ng pag-akyat sa altar, parang pagluhod sa mata niya.
Asking for forgiveness or pardon.
He kneeled in front of his family to ask for forgiveness.
Nagluhod siya sa harap ng kanyang pamilya para humingi ng tawad.
Refers to sacrificing oneself for others.
He says he's willing to kneel for the betterment of everyone.
Sinasabi niyang handa siyang magluhod para sa ikabubuti ng lahat.