maalalahanin
thoughtful
From root: alaala
Usage Note
Maalalahanin describes a person who is very considerate and habitually remembers the needs of others.
Examples
" Maalalahanin ang kapatid ko. "
Natural Translation
My sibling is thoughtful.
Literal Translation
Thoughtful the sibling my.
" Ang tatay ko ay maalalahanin. "
Natural Translation
My father is thoughtful.
Literal Translation
The father my is thoughtful.
" Napakaalalahanin niya dahil lagi niyang naaalala ang kaarawan ng bawat kaibigan sa kanilang barkada. "
Natural Translation
She is so thoughtful because she always remembers the birthday of every friend in their group.
Literal Translation
Very-thoughtful she because always she remembers the birthday of every friend in their group.
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