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hariraya

Muslim celebration after Ramadan

noun ha-ri-RA-ya Arabic origin Less Common

Usage Note

Hariraya refers to Eid al-Fitr, the Islamic celebration marking the end of Ramadan, widely observed by Filipino Muslims particularly in Mindanao and among the significant Muslim population of Metro Manila. The Philippine government recognizes Hariraya as a national public holiday, reflecting the country's multicultural heritage.

Examples

Beginner

" Masaya ang Hariraya. "

Natural Translation

Hariraya is joyful.

Literal Translation

Joyful the Hariraya.

Intermediate

" Nagdiwang ang mga Muslim ng Hariraya kasama ang kanilang mga pamilya. "

Natural Translation

The Muslims celebrated Hariraya with their families.

Literal Translation

Celebrated the Muslims the Hariraya together-with their families.

Advanced

" Tuwing Hariraya, nagtitipon ang mga pamilyang Muslim upang magsalo at magbahagi ng pagkain sa kanilang mga kapitbahay. "

Natural Translation

Every Hariraya, Muslim families gather to share a meal and give food to their neighbors.

Literal Translation

Whenever Hariraya, gather the Muslim families to-the dine-together and share of food to their neighbors.

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