Katolisismo
Katolisísmo with stress marks
Catholicism
Usage Note
Katolisismo refers to the Catholic faith as a religious system and institution. Introduced by Spanish colonizers in the 16th century, Catholicism deeply shaped Philippine culture, law, art, and social norms, and remains central to Filipino identity for many.
Examples
" Kasapi siya sa Katolisismo. "
Natural Translation
He is a member of the Catholic faith.
Literal Translation
Member he in Catholicism.
" Ang Katolisismo ay may malaking impluwensya sa kulturang Pilipino. "
Natural Translation
Catholicism has a great influence on Filipino culture.
Literal Translation
The Catholicism has a great influence on-the culture-Filipino.
" Dahil sa mahabang panahon ng pananakop ng mga Espanyol, malalim na nakaugat ang Katolisismo sa buhay ng maraming Pilipino. "
Natural Translation
Because of the long period of Spanish colonization, Catholicism is deeply rooted in the lives of many Filipinos.
Literal Translation
Because of-the long time of colonization of-the Spaniards, deeply rooted the Catholicism in life of many Filipinos.
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