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    Sumamba (en. To bow)

    /suˈmamba/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An act of lowering the body as a sign of respect, worship, or faith.
    He bowed at the altar while the mass was being conducted.
    Sumamba siya sa altar habang ang misa ay isinasagawa.
    Performing a ritual or ceremony related to religion.
    Many devotees worship at temples during Christmas.
    Many devotees sumamba sa mga templo tuwing Pasko.
    Expressing devotion to a god or a sacred being.
    People worship their gods for health and prosperity.
    Ang mga tao ay sumamba sa kanilang mga diyos para sa kalusugan at kasaganaan.

    Etymology

    Root word: 'samba' meaning 'to worship' or 'to pray'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to worship earnestly
    to worship or pray with a full heart and dedication.
    sumamba ng taimtim

    Related Words

    worship
    A form of prayer or worship to God or gods.
    samba
    utterance
    A word or prayer that comes out of the mouth as a sign of worship.
    sambit

    Slang Meanings

    Begging
    He begged his boss to get a high score.
    Sumamba siya kay boss nang makakuha ng mataas na puntos.
    Answered back
    He quickly answered back to my question.
    Sumamba siya sa aking tanong nang mabilis.
    Embraced the situation
    He embraced the hardships of life but continued on.
    Sumamba siya sa hirap ng buhay pero nagpatuloy pa rin.