kagalang-galang
respectable
From root: galang
Usage Note
Kagalang-galang is a formal term used to describe people of high status or those who deserve deep honor.
Examples
" Kagalang-galang na tao siya. "
Natural Translation
He is a respectable person.
Literal Translation
Respectable person he.
" Siya ay isang kagalang-galang na tao. "
Natural Translation
He/She is a respectable person.
Literal Translation
He/she is a respectable person.
" Itinuturing siyang kagalang-galang sa aming bayan hindi dahil sa yaman kundi dahil sa kanyang katapatan at malasakit sa kapwa. "
Natural Translation
He is regarded as respectable in our town not because of wealth but because of his honesty and concern for others.
Literal Translation
Regarded he-as respectable in our town not because of wealth but because of his honesty and concern for fellow.
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