Panikluhuran (en. Prostration)

/paˈnik.lu.hu.ran/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of bending the body as an act of acceptance or respect.
In prostration, the devotees offer their prayers.
Sa panikluhuran, inaalay ng mga deboto ang kanilang mga dasal.
A vow or ritual commonly performed in religious ceremonies.
Prostration is important in church ceremonies.
Ang panikluhuran ay mahalaga sa mga seremonya ng simbahan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'luhod' with the prefix 'pani-' and the suffix '-an'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in prostration
an act performed with sacrifice or worship
sa panikluhuran

Related Words

prayer
A call or conversation with God or the saints.
panalangin
worship
A presentation of reverence to a god or the saints.
pagsamba

Slang Meanings

A peculiar fear or anxiety that you can't explain.
When I saw the door open, my panic reached its peak.
Nung nakitang bumukas yung pinto, ang panikluhuran ko ay umabot sa sukdulan.
Extreme concern about a situation.
People in the neighborhood couldn't sleep due to the panic from news about thefts.
Walang tulog ang mga tao sa barangay dahil sa panikluhuran sa mga balita ng mga nakawan.