From root: samba
Usage Note
Pananamba specifically refers to the formal religious service or gathering of a congregation. It is often used in the context of Protestant or non-Catholic services.
Examples
" Tuwing Linggo ang pananamba. "
Natural Translation
The worship service is every Sunday.
Literal Translation
Every Sunday the worship-service.
" Nagsimula na ang pananamba. "
Natural Translation
The worship service has started.
Literal Translation
Started already the worship service.
" Maaga kaming dumating sa simbahan upang makahanap ng upuan bago magsimula ang pananamba. "
Natural Translation
We arrived early at the church to find a seat before the worship service began.
Literal Translation
Early we arrived at church to find of seat before begin the worship-service.
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