luksa
luksâ with stress marks
in mourning (wearing black)
Usage Note
Luksa refers to being in a state of mourning, specifically as expressed through wearing black clothing. In Filipino Catholic culture, wearing black (damit na luksa) for a period after a loved one's death is a common and expected show of respect and grief.
Examples
" Luksa ang buong pamilya. "
Natural Translation
The whole family is in mourning.
Literal Translation
In-mourning the whole family.
" Nakasuot siya ng luksa. "
Natural Translation
He/She is wearing mourning clothes.
Literal Translation
Wearing he/she of mourning.
" Mananatili silang nakaluksa sa loob ng isang taon bilang tanda ng paggalang sa yumaong lolo. "
Natural Translation
They will remain in mourning for a year as a sign of respect for their late grandfather.
Literal Translation
Will-remain they in-mourning within of one year as sign of respect to deceased grandfather.
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