From root: luhod
Usage Note
Paluhod describes how an action is performed while on the knees, such as walking towards an altar to show penance.
Examples
" Paluhod siyang nagdasal. "
Natural Translation
He prayed kneeling.
Literal Translation
Kneeling-manner he prayed.
" Paluhod ang ayos ng tao. "
Natural Translation
The person's position is in a kneeling manner.
Literal Translation
Kneeling-manner the arrangement of person.
" Paluhod na umakyat ang mga deboto patungo sa altar bilang tanda ng kanilang taimtim na panata. "
Natural Translation
The devotees ascended toward the altar on their knees as a sign of their solemn vow.
Literal Translation
Kneeling-manner ascended the devotees toward to altar as sign of their solemn vow.
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