ipanalangin
to offer a prayer for
From root: dalangin
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
ipinalangin
i-pi-na-LA-ngin
offered a prayer for
Present (Incomplete)
ipinapanalangin
i-pi-na-pa-na-LA-ngin
offering a prayer for
Future (Contemplated)
ipapanalangin
i-pa-pa-na-LA-ngin
will offer a prayer for
Usage Note
Ipanalangin is used when offering a prayer on behalf of someone else or for a specific intention. It is more formal and solemn than 'ipagdasal,' often appearing in religious settings or when expressing deep sincerity.
Examples
" Ipanalangin mo ako. "
Natural Translation
Pray for me.
Literal Translation
Pray-for you me.
" Kailangan mong ipanalangin si tatay. "
Natural Translation
You need to offer a prayer for father.
Literal Translation
Need you pray-for name-, father.
" Bawat gabi, ipinapanalangin ng lola ang kaligtasan ng buong pamilya sa kanilang biyahe. "
Natural Translation
Every night, grandmother prays for the safety of the whole family on their trip.
Literal Translation
Each night, praying-for of grandmother the safety of whole family in their trip.
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