satanas
satanás with stress marks
Satan; Lucifer
Usage Note
Satanas, from the Spanish 'Satanás', is the Tagalog name for Satan in Catholic religious teaching. It appears in prayers, exorcism rites, and moral discourse. Colloquially, 'satanas' is used as an expletive or insult to describe a deeply wicked person or situation. Its dual religious and expressive use reflects the pervasiveness of Catholic culture in Filipino life.
Examples
" Tinukso siya ni satanas. "
Natural Translation
Satan tempted him.
Literal Translation
Tempted him by Satan.
" Masama si satanas. "
Natural Translation
Satan is evil.
Literal Translation
Evil the Satan.
" Ayon sa pananampalataya, nakipaglaban ang mga banal na anghel kay satanas upang ipagtanggol ang kaharian ng langit. "
Natural Translation
According to the faith, the holy angels fought against Satan to defend the kingdom of heaven.
Literal Translation
According to-the faith, fought the holy angels to Satan in-order-to defend the kingdom of heaven.
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