EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
gentleness, refinement, modesty...
Kawi (script)...
fishhook; link...
Pang-uri
Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.
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FIL: Tumutukoy sa katangian ng pagiging mahinhin, pino ang kilos, at may kababaang-loob.
EN: gentleness, refinement, modesty
This is the OG Maria Clara vibe. It's that quiet confidence and grace, not loud or attention-seeking. Think less 'sana all' and more 'sanaol-d-fashioned.' It's the opposite of being a 'Marites' – it’s having class and keeping your cool.
Often used to describe a person's demeanor, especially a woman's. It carries a positive, traditional connotation.
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🇵🇭 Ang yumi ng kanyang mga ngiti ay nakakabighani.
🇺🇸 The gentleness of her smiles is captivating.
🇵🇭 Hinahanap niya sa isang babae ang yumi at kabaitan.
🇺🇸 He looks for modesty and kindness in a woman.
Pang-uri
Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.