From root: dalangin
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
idinalangin
i-di-na-LA-ngin
prayed for something
Present (Incomplete)
idinadalangin
i-di-na-da-LA-ngin
praying for something
Future (Contemplated)
idadalangin
i-da-da-LA-ngin
will pray for something
Usage Note
Idalangin is used when offering a specific intention, person, or request in prayer, and it carries a more formal or solemn tone compared to the everyday word 'dasal'. It is typically used in religious contexts or when expressing deep sincerity to someone.
Examples
" Idalangin mo ako. "
Natural Translation
Pray for me.
Literal Translation
Pray-for by-you me.
" Gusto kong idalangin ang pamilya ko. "
Natural Translation
I want to pray for my family.
Literal Translation
Want I pray-for the family my.
" Tuwing gabi ay idinadalangin niya ang kalusugan ng kanyang mga magulang na malayo sa kanila. "
Natural Translation
Every night she prays for the health of her parents who are far away from them.
Literal Translation
Every night prays-for she the health of her plural parents who far from them.
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