Usage Note
Krus, from Spanish 'cruz', is a central symbol of Filipino Catholicism, found in homes, churches, and public spaces across the country. Making the sign of the cross is a daily practice for many Filipinos, and during Holy Week large crosses are carried in religious processions.
Examples
" May krus sa simbahan. "
Natural Translation
There is a cross in the church.
Literal Translation
Has cross in church.
" May krus sa dingding ng bawat silid sa bahay namin. "
Natural Translation
There is a cross on the wall of every room in our house.
Literal Translation
Has cross on wall of every room in house our.
" Tuwing Semana Santa, daan-daang tao ang nagpoprosesyon na pasan-pasan ang malalaking krus sa kalsada. "
Natural Translation
Every Holy Week, hundreds of people join the procession carrying large crosses through the streets.
Literal Translation
Every Holy Week, hundreds people who process while-carrying the large crosses on street.
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