EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
godfather...
abundance, numerousness...
selfishness, stinginess...
Pang-uri
Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.
/NI-nong/
FIL: Ang lalaking tumatayong pangalawang magulang at gabay sa isang batang binibinyagan, kinukumpilan, o ikinakasal.
EN: godfather
Your designated gift-giver every Christmas and birthday. In Filipino culture, a 'ninong' is a godfather, a sponsor in baptism, confirmation, or marriage. They are expected to be a spiritual guide, but for most kids, they are the reliable source of 'aguinaldo' (Christmas cash). Choosing a 'ninong' is a strategic move for parents, hoping to secure a good connection for their child.
From Spanish 'padrino' (godfather), with the '-ng' honorific possibly influenced by Chinese kinship terms.
The female counterpart is 'ninang' (godmother). The child they sponsor is called an 'inaanak' (godchild).
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🇵🇭 Pupunta kami sa bahay ng ninong ko para magmano at humingi ng aguinaldo.
🇺🇸 We're going to my godfather's house to show respect (by placing his hand on our forehead) and ask for a Christmas gift.
🇵🇭 Si Mayor ang kinuha nilang ninong sa kasal.
🇺🇸 They chose the Mayor to be their wedding godfather (sponsor).
Pang-uri
Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.