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Bisaya · Cebuano · Vocabulary

Himaya

English

glorynoun

Alternative meanings

glory
honor or praise
splendor or greatness
fame and recognition
divine or heavenly glory, depending on context

Pronunciation

hee-MAH-yah

Root and affixes

Himaya expresses glory, honor, splendor, or praise. It is common in religious contexts, but it can also be used for recognition or greatness.

Variants or conjugations

himaya = glory / honor / splendor
paghimaya = praise / glorification
himayaon = glorious
dungog = honor / reputation
pasidungog = tribute / honor

Related words and expressions

Diyos = God
pagdayeg = praise
dungog = honor
pasidungog = tribute
langit = heaven / sky
kalipay = joy

Meaning and usage notes

Himaya is very natural for glory in religious or solemn contexts. For glory as public fame or reputation, dungog may fit better depending on the phrase.

famegloryGodhonorpraiserecognitionreligionsplendor
Example 1

Himaya sa Diyos sa kahitas-an.

Glory to God in the highest.

Example 2

Nagdala siya og himaya sa iyang pamilya.

He/she brought glory to his/her family.

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