From root: halik
Usage Note
Pahalik is commonly used in religious contexts, referring to the act of devotees kissing a sacred statue or icon.
Examples
" Mahaba ang pila sa pahalik. "
Natural Translation
The line for the kissing ritual is long.
Literal Translation
Long the line at kissing-ritual.
" Tradisyon na ang pahalik sa estatwa. "
Natural Translation
The kissing ritual of the statue is a tradition.
Literal Translation
Tradition already the kissing-ritual to statue.
" Tuwing Mahal na Araw, libu-libong deboto ang lumalahok sa pahalik sa milagrosong imahen ng Poong Nazareno. "
Natural Translation
Every Holy Week, thousands of devotees take part in the kissing ritual of the miraculous image of the Black Nazarene.
Literal Translation
Every Holy Week, thousands devotees the participate in kissing-ritual to miraculous image of Lord Nazarene.
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