bait
baít with stress marks
kindness
Usage Note
Bait is the root for the common adjective 'mabait,' used to describe someone who is kind, helpful, or well-behaved. In daily life, it is frequently used to praise a person's virtuous character or a child's obedience.
Examples
" Hangang-hanga ako sa bait mo. "
Natural Translation
I really admire your kindness.
Literal Translation
Admiring I at kindness your.
" Ang bait ng aking kaibigan. "
Natural Translation
My friend is kind.
Literal Translation
The kindness of my friend.
" Hindi ko makakalimutan ang bait na ipinakita niya noong wala akong matuluyan sa lungsod. "
Natural Translation
I will never forget the kindness she showed when I had nowhere to stay in the city.
Literal Translation
Not I can-forget the kindness that showed she when none I place-to-stay in city.
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