Salat (en. Salat)

sá-lat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A worship ceremony of Muslims done five times a day.
The salat is an essential part of the Islamic faith.
Ang salat ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng pananampalatayang Islam.
The term for the ritual prayer that serves as a connection between man and Allah.
In salat, prayers and praises are offered to God.
Sa salat, mga dalangin at papuri ang iniaalay sa Diyos.

Etymology

Arabic

Common Phrases and Expressions

Fajr prayer
The prayer performed at dawn.
Salat ul-Fajr
Maghrib prayer
The prayer performed at sunset.
Salat ul-Maghrib

Related Words

ablution
The purification ritual before prayer.
wudu
qibla
The direction Muslims face in their prayers.
quibla

Slang Meanings

Amazing or super talented
Wow, her performance at the concert was incredible!
Grabe, ang salat ng performance niya sa concert!
Works hard or diligent
He's really dedicated when it comes to exams; he doesn't slack off.
Salat talaga siya pagdating sa pagsusulit; hindi siya nagpapabaya.
Has a lot to offer or potential
Even though she's young, she already has so much talent!
Bata pa lang siya pero salat na siya sa mga talento!
Cool or awesome
Your look today is so cool!
Ang salat ng ayos mo ngayon!