From root: sampalataya
Usage Note
Mananampalataya refer to a person who is a member of a religious congregation.
Examples
" Marami ang mananampalataya ngayon. "
Natural Translation
There are many faithful today.
Literal Translation
Many the faithful today.
" Maraming mananampalataya ang nagdarasal ngayon. "
Natural Translation
Many believers are praying right now.
Literal Translation
Many believers the are-praying now.
" Bawat Linggo, dumadagsa ang libu-libong mananampalataya sa simbahan upang makinig sa misa at humingi ng biyaya. "
Natural Translation
Every Sunday, thousands of the faithful flock to the church to listen to mass and ask for blessings.
Literal Translation
Every Sunday, flock the thousands faithful to church to listen to mass and ask of blessing.
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