Santuolyo (en. Sanctuary)
/san-tu-ol-yo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or space that is considered sacred and valued.
The church is considered a sanctuary by the devotees.
Ang simbahan ay itinuturing na santuolyo ng mga deboto.
A safe place that offers protection to people or animals.
The bird sanctuary protects endangered species.
Ang santuolyo ng mga ibon ay pinoprotektahan ang mga nanganganib na species.
A physical place where rituals or ceremonies are held.
The sanctuary of this theme is used during the festival.
Ang santuolyo ng temang ito ay ginagamit tuwing pista.
Etymology
It derived from the Spanish translation of 'sanctuary'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sanctuary of nature
A place that protects nature and its beings.
santuolyo ng kalikasan
sanctuary for people
A safe place for people seeking help or protection.
santuolyo ng mga tao
Related Words
refuge
A place that provides protection or rest.
kanlungan
sacred
Possessing a spiritual or religious quality.
sagrado
Slang Meanings
advice or suggestion that is wrong or unbelievable
Your santuolyo to not study before the exam is really crazy!
Ang santuolyo mo na huwag mag-aral bago mag-exam ay talagang nakakaloka!
joke or humor that is not serious
With those kinds of santuolyo, I just can't help but laugh!
Sa mga ganyang santuolyo, talagang nahuhulog ako sa kakatawa!