Santing (en. Saint)
san-ting
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person considered holy, born with saintly characteristics or has performed miracles.
Saint Peter is a saint in Christianity.
Si San Pedro ay isang santing sa Kristiyanismo.
A person granted the status of sainthood by the church.
Saints are commemorated during the feast of saints.
Ang mga santing ay ginugunita tuwing piyesta ng mga santo.
Etymology
From the Spanish 'santo', meaning holy or sacred.
Common Phrases and Expressions
saint of the church
A saint recognized by the church.
santing ng simbahan
saint and miracles
Referring to the miracles performed by a saint.
santing at ang mga himala
Related Words
sanctuary
A place considered holy or sacred, usually designated for worship.
santuario
saints
The plural of saint, referring to multiple saints.
santos
Slang Meanings
Super beautiful or cute
Wow, my new cellphone is so stunning!
Grabe, ang santing ng bagong cellphone ko!
Charming or attractive
My crush is so charming, it's making me fall in love!
Ang santing ng crush ko, nakaka-inlove!