From root: biyaya
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
ibiniyaya
i-bi-ni-YA-ya
bestowed
Present (Incomplete)
ibinibiyaya
i-bi-ni-bi-YA-ya
bestowing
Future (Contemplated)
ibibiyaya
i-bi-bi-YA-ya
will bestow
Usage Note
Ibiyaya is used to describe the act of bestowing or granting a blessing or gift, typically appearing in formal, literary, or religious contexts. It implies that the item being given is a form of grace or divine favor rather than a common object.
Examples
" Ibiniyaya ng Diyos ang buhay. "
Natural Translation
God bestowed life.
Literal Translation
Bestowed by-the God the life.
" Gusto niyang ibiyaya ang kanyang yaman. "
Natural Translation
He wants to bestow his wealth.
Literal Translation
Want by-him to-bestow the his wealth.
" Ibinibiyaya ng Maykapal ang kanyang biyaya sa mga taong may busilak na puso at tapat na pananampalataya. "
Natural Translation
The Creator bestows his grace upon people who have a pure heart and faithful belief.
Literal Translation
Bestowing by-the Creator the his grace on the people that have pure heart and faithful faith.
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