Penitente (en. Penitent)

/peniˈtente/

Synonyms

a person who is very strict with themselves, often showing signs of sacrifice

The penitente in this barangay really goes out of their way for their church.

Ang penitente sa barangay na ito ay talagang nag-aabala para sa kanilang simbahan.

someone who enjoys self-punishment or self-discipline

He's like a penitente in training, no breaks at all!

Parang penitente siya sa training, walang pahinga!

people involved in penance or meditation during Holy Week

The penitentes are famous here during Holy Week; many people come to see them.

Sikat ang penitente rito tuwing Semana Santa, maraming tao ang dumadayo para makita sila.