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    Semanasanta (en. Holy week)

    se-ma-na-sán-ta

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The week before Easter Sunday, during which the events in the life and death of Jesus are commemorated.
    During Holy Week, many people fast and perform rituals.
    Sa Semanasanta, maraming tao ang nag-aayuno at nagsasagawa ng mga ritwal.
    A traditional celebration in the Philippines marked by processions and worship.
    Holy Week is an important part of Filipino culture.
    Ang Semanasanta ay mahalagang bahagi ng kultura ng mga Pilipino.

    Etymology

    from Spanish 'Semana Santa' meaning Holy Week.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Preparation for Holy Week
    Activities and rituals performed in preparation for Holy Week.
    Paghahanda sa Semanasanta
    Important celebration during Holy Week
    A significant occasion celebrated by Catholics.
    Mahalagang pagdiriwang sa Semanasanta

    Related Words

    Resurrection
    The occasion of Jesus' rising from the dead after his death.
    Muling Pagkabuhay
    Passion
    A form of literature that contains stories about the life and suffering of Jesus.
    Pasyon

    Slang Meanings

    Always studying, not much partying or weddings, almost no work.
    It's Holy Week now, so it feels like there's no one in town, everyone is on vacation.
    Semenasanta na, kaya parang walang tao sa bayan, puro nagbabakasyon.
    Time for rest and soul cleansing.
    I found peace during Holy Week, I prayed and reflected.
    Natagpuan ko ang kapayapaan sa Semanasanta, nagdasal ako at nagmuni-muni.