Bless in Tagalog

“Bless” in Tagalog is “Pagpalain” or “Basbasan”. This beautiful word carries deep spiritual and cultural significance in Filipino tradition. Discover the rich meanings, synonyms, and practical usage examples below to master this essential Tagalog expression.

[Words] = Bless

[Definition]:

• Bless /blɛs/
• Verb 1: To ask for divine favor or protection for someone or something.
• Verb 2: To make holy or sacred by religious rite.
• Verb 3: To express gratitude or praise to God.
• Verb 4: To endow with good fortune or happiness.

[Synonyms] = Pagpalain, Basbasan, Bendisyunan, Balaan, Sambahin

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: May God bless you and keep you safe throughout your journey.
• Ex1_PH: Nawa’y pagpalain ka ng Diyos at ingatan ka sa buong paglalakbay mo.
• Ex2_EN: The priest will bless the new chapel during the ceremony tomorrow.
• Ex2_PH: Babasbasan ng pari ang bagong kapilya sa seremonya bukas.
• Ex3_EN: We bless the Lord for all the good things He has given us.
• Ex3_PH: Pinagpapala natin ang Panginoon sa lahat ng mabubuting bagay na ibinigay Niya sa atin.
• Ex4_EN: My grandmother would always bless us before we left the house.
• Ex4_PH: Lagi kaming binabasbasan ng aking lola bago kami umalis ng bahay.
• Ex5_EN: They asked the elder to bless their marriage and new home.
• Ex5_PH: Hiningi nila sa nakatatanda na pagpalain ang kanilang kasal at bagong tahanan.