From root: simba
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
sinimba
si-NIM-ba
worshipped
Present (Incomplete)
sinisimba
si-ni-NIM-ba
worshipping
Future (Contemplated)
sisimbahin
si-sim-ba-HIN
will worship
Usage Note
Simbahin is an object-focus verb used to indicate the specific deity, idol, or entity being worshipped or revered. It is most commonly used in religious contexts, such as prayers, hymns, and formal spiritual discourse.
Examples
" Gusto kong simbahin ang Diyos. "
Natural Translation
I want to worship God.
Literal Translation
Want I worship the God.
" Gusto kong sambahin ang Diyos. "
Natural Translation
I want to worship God.
Literal Translation
Want I worship the God.
" Itinuturo ng kanilang relihiyon na iisang Diyos lamang ang dapat simbahin, at hindi ang mga makamundong bagay. "
Natural Translation
Their religion teaches that only one God should be worshipped, and not worldly things.
Literal Translation
Taught of their religion that one God only the should worship, and not the worldly things.
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