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    Sinakulo (en. Passion play)

    /siˈna.kulo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A dramatic presentation depicting the last days of Jesus.
    Every year, many people attend the sinakulo in our barangay.
    Bawat taon, maraming tao ang dumadalo sa sinakulo sa aming barangay.
    A traditional celebration performed during Holy Week.
    The sinakulo includes various characters from the Bible.
    Kasama sa sinakulo ang iba't ibang tauhan mula sa Bibliya.
    A type of performance combining drama and faith.
    The sinakulo is not just a play but a means of expressing faith.
    Ang sinakulo ay hindi lamang isang pagsasadula kundi isang paraan ng pagpapahayag ng pananampalataya.

    Etymology

    from the Spanish 'sinakulo' meaning 'instead' or 'given up'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    passion of the life of Christ
    A contemplation and remembrance of the life and sacrifice of Jesus.
    sinakulo ng buhay ni Kristo

    Related Words

    pasyon
    A poem that narrates the sacrifices of Jesus and is typically performed during Holy Week.
    pasyon

    Slang Meanings

    a get-together or gathering, often for religious activities
    Do you want to join the sinakulo at the barangay? It feels like a fiesta.
    Gusto mo bang sumama sa sinakulo sa barangay, parang fiesta ang dating?
    a dramatized presentation, usually about the life of Christ
    Their sinakulo is truly touching and full of emotion.
    Ang sinakulo nila ay talagang nakakaantig at puno ng emosyon.
    theatrical representation or play, often in the context of Holy Week
    We need a lot of characters for the sinakulo that will take place next week.
    Kailangan natin ng maraming tauhan para sa sinakulo na gaganapin sa susunod na linggo.