From root: banal
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
binanal
bi-na-NAL
sanctified
Present (Incomplete)
binabanal
bi-na-ba-NAL
is sanctifying
Future (Contemplated)
babanalin
ba-ba-na-LIN
will sanctify
Usage Note
Banalin is used when referring to the act of sanctifying something or treating it with divine reverence, often in a formal or religious context. It conveys a deep sense of consecration, making it more common in prayers and scripture than in casual daily conversation.
Examples
" Binanal ng pari ang tubig. "
Natural Translation
The priest sanctified the water.
Literal Translation
Sanctified by priest the water.
" Kailangan mong banalin ang lugar na ito. "
Natural Translation
You need to sanctify this place.
Literal Translation
Need you sanctify the place that this.
" Sa kanilang paniniwala, dapat banalin ng panalangin ang bawat sulok ng bagong tahanan bago sila lumipat. "
Natural Translation
In their belief, every corner of the new home should be sanctified with prayer before they move in.
Literal Translation
In their belief, should sanctify by prayer the every corner of new home before they move.
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