From root: anito
Usage Note
Maanito is used to describe a person who is deeply devoted to or fearful of traditional ancestral spirits.
Examples
" Maanito ang lola ko. "
Natural Translation
My grandmother is spirit-fearing.
Literal Translation
Spirit-fearing the grandmother my.
" Si Lolo ay maanito kaya sumusunod siya sa mga tradisyon. "
Natural Translation
Grandfather is superstitious and follows local traditions.
Literal Translation
Grandfather is spirit-fearing so he follows the traditions.
" Dahil maanito ang matatanda sa baryo, iniiwasan nilang lumabas tuwing gabi sa takot na magalit ang mga espiritu. "
Natural Translation
Because the elders in the village are spirit-fearing, they avoid going out at night for fear of angering the spirits.
Literal Translation
Because spirit-fearing the elders in village, avoid they to-go-out every night in fear that get-angry the spirits.
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