From root: Huwebes
Usage Note
Huwebes Santo is a highly significant public holiday in the Philippines during the observance of Holy Week.
Examples
" Huwebes Santo ngayon. "
Natural Translation
Today is Maundy Thursday.
Literal Translation
Maundy Thursday now.
" Nagdarasal kami tuwing Huwebes Santo. "
Natural Translation
We pray every Maundy Thursday.
Literal Translation
Praying we every Maundy Thursday.
" Tuwing Huwebes Santo, sarado ang karamihan ng tindahan dahil maraming pamilya ang umuuwi sa probinsiya para magsimba. "
Natural Translation
Every Maundy Thursday, most stores are closed because many families go home to the province to attend mass.
Literal Translation
Every Maundy Thursday, closed the majority of store because many family the go-home to province to attend-mass.
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