kaloob
kalóob with stress marks
gift offering
Usage Note
Kaloob refers to something granted or bestowed by a higher power, divine being, or authority — often used in spiritual and religious contexts to mean a blessing or divine gift. It implies that the giver holds a position of benevolence or authority, and the word is commonly heard in prayers, homilies, and religious discourse.
Examples
" Kaloob ng Diyos ang pamilya ko. "
Natural Translation
My family is a gift from God.
Literal Translation
Gift of God the family my.
" Ang buhay ay kaloob ng Diyos na dapat pangalagaan. "
Natural Translation
Life is a gift from God that must be taken care of.
Literal Translation
The life is gift the God that must be-cared-for.
" Naniniwala ang lola ko na ang bawat sanggol na isinisilang ay isang banal na kaloob mula sa langit. "
Natural Translation
My grandmother believes that every baby that is born is a sacred gift from heaven.
Literal Translation
Believes the grandmother my that the each baby link born is one holy link gift from the heaven.
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