pagkarelihiyon
religiosity; religiousness
From root: relihiyon
Usage Note
Pagkarelihiyon refers to the state or quality of being religious. It is used when discussing the character or depth of a person's faith.
Examples
" Kilala siya sa kanyang pagkarelihiyon. "
Natural Translation
He is known for his religiousness.
Literal Translation
Known he for his religiosity.
" Hinahangaan ang kanyang pagkarelihiyon. "
Natural Translation
Her religiosity is admired.
Literal Translation
Admired his/her religiosity.
" Ang pagkarelihiyon ng kanyang pamilya ang nag-udyok sa kanya na maglingkod sa simbahan magmula pa noong bata siya. "
Natural Translation
His family's religiosity is what prompted him to serve the church ever since he was a child.
Literal Translation
The religiosity of his family the prompted to him to serve at church since still when child he.
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