Relihiyon (en. Religion)
/re.li.ɦi.jon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A system of beliefs and practices associated with gods or a divine being.
Religion plays a significant part in our society's culture.
Ang relihiyon ay may malaking bahagi sa kultura ng ating lipunan.
The adherence to the teachings and customs of a particular faith.
Her life reflects her religion.
Sinasalamin ng kanyang buhay ang kanyang relihiyon.
A lack of beliefs that connect a person to their spiritual nature.
Religion illuminated her spiritual journey.
Ang relihiyon ay nagbigay liwanag sa kanyang espiritwal na paglalakbay.
Etymology
From the Latin word 'religio' meaning 'to bind' or 'to acknowledge the gods.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
freedom of religion
The right to practice religion according to one's own desire.
malayang relihiyon
religious behavior
Behavior arising from the teachings of religion.
relihiyosong pag-uugali
Related Words
theology
The study of religions and their gods.
teolohiya
churches
Places of worship under a religion.
mga simbahan
Slang Meanings
Super into religion
Oh man, their religion obsession is like they're stuck in a bubble.
Ay grabe, ang kaka-relihiyon niyan parang di na makakausad.
Playing god or being overly religious
Let's not argue, just let’s talk about being all holy and stuff.
Huwag na tayo magtalo, Diyos DIYos na lang ang pag-usapan natin.
Are you already famous in church?
Are you already a church star? You're way too religious now!
Kilala ka na ba sa simbahan? Masyado ka nang naging relihiyoso!
God's mercy, man's efforts
God's got mercy, but it's us who need to put in the work, so don't just rely on the church.
Nasa Diyos ang awa, nasa tao ang gawa, kaya wag lang umasa sa simbahan.