From root: Diyos
Usage Note
Makadiyos is one of the four core values mentioned in the Philippine national motto. It describes someone who is pious or religious.
Examples
" Makadiyos ang aking lola. "
Natural Translation
My grandmother is God-fearing.
Literal Translation
God-fearing the my grandmother.
" Siya ay isang makadiyos na lider. "
Natural Translation
He is a God-fearing leader.
Literal Translation
He is a God-fearing leader.
" Bagaman makadiyos siya at madalas magsimba, hindi niya hinuhusgahan ang mga taong iba ang pananampalataya. "
Natural Translation
Although she is God-fearing and often goes to church, she does not judge people of a different faith.
Literal Translation
Although God-fearing she and often go-to-church, not she judging the people other the faith.
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