Monk in Tagalog

“Monk” in Tagalog is “monghe” or “pari” – referring to a religious person who lives in a monastery following strict spiritual practices. Discover the deeper meanings, synonyms, and how to use this word in everyday Filipino conversations below!

[Words] = Monk

[Definition]:

• Monk /mʌŋk/
• Noun: A member of a religious community of men typically living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.
• Noun: A man who is a member of a monastic order and devotes himself to religious life and spiritual practices.

[Synonyms] = Monghe, Pari, Ermitanyo, Relihiyoso, Madre (for general religious context)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The monk spent his days in prayer and meditation at the monastery.
• Ex1_PH: Ang monghe ay gumugol ng kanyang mga araw sa panalangin at pagmumuni-muni sa monasteryo.
• Ex2_EN: He decided to become a monk after years of searching for spiritual meaning.
• Ex2_PH: Nagpasya siyang maging monghe pagkatapos ng mga taon ng paghahanap ng espirituwal na kahulugan.
• Ex3_EN: The Buddhist monk wore simple orange robes and carried a begging bowl.
• Ex3_PH: Ang Buddhist na monghe ay nagsuot ng simpleng orange na damit at nagdala ng mangkok na pampalimos.
• Ex4_EN: The monk took a vow of silence for the entire month.
• Ex4_PH: Ang monghe ay gumawa ng panata ng katahimikan para sa buong buwan.
• Ex5_EN: Young men who wish to become monks must undergo years of training.
• Ex5_PH: Ang mga binatilyong nais maging monghe ay dapat sumailalim sa mga taon ng pagsasanay.