Sanghaya (en. Sigh)
saŋˈhaja
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
One of the names for a deity or spirit used in rituals.
In their ceremony, they called upon the sanghaya for help.
Sa kanilang seremonya, tumawag sila ng sanghaya para humingi ng tulong.
A term or name for local spirits or beings born from elements of nature.
People believe that the sanghaya has power over natural resources.
Naniniwala ang mga tao na ang sanghaya ay may kapangyarihan sa likas na yaman.
A term used in folklore to describe a being that brings messages or signs from nature.
According to the legend, a sanghaya brought news about the rainy season.
Ayon sa alamat, isang sanghaya ang nagdala ng balita tungkol sa tag-ulan.
Etymology
Word related to rain, derived from the root word 'haya' which means to enter or to afflict.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Spirit of rain
God or spirit of rain that gives life and sustenance.
Sanghaya ng ulan
Related Words
god
A supreme being or spirit worshipped by people.
diyos
spirit
The soul or invisible being that may have power.
espiritu
Slang Meanings
every night, the joints we're staying up late at
Let's hang out later, I'm just chilling at home.
Sanghaya tayo mamaya, nagre-relax lang ako sa bahay.
feeling stuck, the bad vibes
When will I be able to escape this bad situation?
Kailan ba ako makakaalis sa sanghaya na ito?