kalapati
kalapáti with stress marks
dove, pigeon
Usage Note
Kalapati is the standard Tagalog word for both dove and pigeon. The white dove is a powerful symbol of peace and the Holy Spirit in Filipino Catholic culture, appearing at weddings and religious ceremonies. The term of endearment 'aking kalapati' (my dove) is used in love poetry and songs.
Examples
" May kalapati sa bubong. "
Natural Translation
There's a dove on the roof.
Literal Translation
Has dove on roof.
" Lumilipad ang kalapati mula sa kamay niya. "
Natural Translation
The dove flew away from his/her hand.
Literal Translation
Flying the dove from-the hand his/her.
" Pinakawalan ng mga bagong kasal ang puting kalapati bilang simbolo ng kapayapaan at bagong simula. "
Natural Translation
The newlyweds released the white dove as a symbol of peace and a new beginning.
Literal Translation
Released by-the newlyweds the white dove as symbol of peace and new beginning.
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