giting
gíting with stress marks
heroism, courage
Usage Note
Giting is a formal, literary word evoking noble valor rather than everyday bravery. It appears frequently in patriotic speeches, national anthems, and commemorations of war heroes such as those from the Philippine Revolution.
Examples
" Hangaan natin ang kanyang giting. "
Natural Translation
Let us admire his courage.
Literal Translation
Admire we the his courage.
" May taglay siyang giting. "
Natural Translation
He/She possesses courage.
Literal Translation
Has possess he/she courage.
" Ang giting ng mga bayaning nag-alay ng buhay para sa kalayaan ay hindi malilimutan ng sambayanan. "
Natural Translation
The heroism of the heroes who offered their lives for freedom will not be forgotten by the nation.
Literal Translation
The heroism of-the heroes who offered of life for the freedom is not will-be-forgotten by-the nation.
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