Poon (en. Idol)

po-on

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An object or image worshipped or revered as a symbol of a god or divine spirit.

In their house, there is a large idol surrounded by flowers.

Sa kanilang bahay, mayroong malaking poon na napapalibutan ng mga bulaklak.

A symbol of religious faith, often used in rituals.

The idol is used in ceremonies to show respect for ancestors.

Ang poon ay ginagamit sa mga seremonya upang ipakita ang paggalang sa mga ninuno.

Anything considered important and valued in a culture or tradition.

Idols play a significant role in Filipino culture.

Ang mga poon ay may malaking bahagi sa kulturang Pilipino.

from the Sanskrit word 'pūjā' meaning worship or reverence

Worship of the idol

Activity of honoring and valuing the gods or spirits.

Pagsamba sa poon

worship

An activity that shows respect for a god or idol.

pagsamba

ritual

A set of practices often based on religion and used in worship.

ritwal

Supreme being, often used humorously or sarcastically

Who is that poon, with such high hair dye?

Sino ba ang poon na 'yon, ang taas ng kulay ng buhok?

A term of endearment for a friend or close person

Hey poon, let's go out!

Hey poon, tara na, labas tayo!