Paninikluhod (en. Kneeling)

/paniˈnikluhod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The position or act of kneeling on the knees.

He knelt in the church while praying.

Nagpaninikluhod siya sa simbahan habang nagdarasal.

A sign of respect or worship.

People do this as a kneeling gesture to their gods.

Ginagawa ito ng mga tao bilang paninikluhod sa kanilang mga diyos.

A symbol of humility or repentance.

Kneeling may indicate an apology.

Ang paninikluhod ay maaaring magpahiwatig ng paghingi ng tawad.

Derived from the word 'nikluhod' with the prefix 'pani-'

kneeling before God

The act of praying or worshipping God while kneeling.

paninikluhod sa Diyos

kneeling as a sign of respect

Bending the knee as a consideration for a person or situation.

paninikluhod bilang tanda ng paggalang

kneel

The term describing the action of kneeling.

nikluhod

prayer

The act of communicating with God or gods.

pagdarasal

understanding or patience in a situation

All you need is to show some humility to the boss to resolve your problem.

Paninikluhod na lang ang kailangan mo kay boss para maayos ang problema mo.

also known as repentance or humility

Sometimes, humility brings better results than defiance.

Minsan, ang paninikluhod ay nagdadala ng mas magandang resulta kaysa sa pagsuway.

pleading or seeking compassion from others

You need to plead with them to grant your request.

Kailangan mong magpaninikluhod sa kanila para ibigay ang hiling mo.