EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
striving, effort, diligence...
when you are free; when you have free time...
come to think of it; as a matter of fact...
Pang-uri
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/pag-su-su-mi-KAP/
FIL: Ang walang-humpay na pagpupunyagi, paggawa, o pag-aaral nang buong sigasig upang makamit ang isang layunin.
EN: striving, effort, diligence
This is the 'OFW working two jobs' kind of hustle. It's the student juggling studies and a part-time job at a coffee shop. It's the grind, the hustle, the blood, sweat, and tears you pour into something to make your dreams come true. Pagsusumikap is the core value that fuels every Filipino success story, from the palengke to the corner office. It's more than just working hard; it's working with heart.
From `pag-` (nominalizer) + `sumikap` (the verb 'to strive', which is `sikap` + infix `-um-`).
ROOT MEANING: diligence; effort; perseverance
A very positive word, often used to praise someone's work ethic and determination. A stronger form of 'pagsisikap'.
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🇵🇭 Ang tagumpay niya ay bunga ng kanyang matinding pagsusumikap.
🇺🇸 Her success is the result of her great diligence.
🇵🇭 Ipinakita niya sa kanyang mga anak ang halaga ng pagsusumikap.
🇺🇸 He showed his children the value of striving hard.
Pang-uri
Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.