Pentekost (en. Pentecost)
/pentɛkɔst/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A Christian festival celebrated fifty days after Easter.
Pentecost marks the giving of the Holy Spirit to the apostles.
Ang Pentekost ay nagmamarka ng pagbibigay ng Banal na Espiritu sa mga alagad.
The day of Pentecost is considered 'nine weeks' after Easter.
On Pentecost, many churches offer special services.
Sa Pentekost, maraming simbahan ang nag-aalok ng espesyal na serbisyo.
According to tradition, Pentecost is the birth of the church.
Churches celebrate activities to commemorate Pentecost.
Ang mga simbahan ay nagdiriwang ng mga aktibidad upang gunitain ang Pentekost.
Etymology
From the Greek word 'pentēkostē' meaning 'fiftieth day'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Pentecost Sunday
The Sunday that marks Pentecost.
Pentekostang Linggo
Related Words
Holy Spirit
The third person of the Trinity, considered to empower and guide people.
Banal na Espiritu
Easter
The celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Pasko ng Pagkabuhay
Slang Meanings
It's the festive day full of joy.
Wow, the Pentecost at church was so fun, so much food!
Grabe, ang saya ng Pentekost sa simbahan, daming pagkain!
A time for gratitude and family gatherings.
During Pentecost, it's like a festival, we always meet with relatives.
Sa Pentekost, parang piyesta, lagi kaming nagkikita-kita ng mga kamag-anak.
Recognition of the Holy Spirit that feels like a big party.
It's Pentecost, come on, let's celebrate, so many blessings have come our way!
Pentekost na, tara mag-celebrate, daming blessings na dumating sa atin!