From root: guwapo
Usage Note
Kaguwapuhan refers to the abstract quality of being handsome. It is used to describe the degree or state of a man's physical appeal.
Examples
" Hindi lang kaguwapuhan ang mahalaga. "
Natural Translation
Handsomeness is not the only important thing.
Literal Translation
Not only handsomeness the important.
" Hindi lang kaguwapuhan ang mahalaga. "
Natural Translation
Handsomeness is not the only thing that matters.
Literal Translation
Not just handsomeness the important.
" Hindi sapat ang kaguwapuhan kung wala namang mabuting ugali at paggalang sa kapwa. "
Natural Translation
Handsomeness is not enough if there is no good character and respect for others.
Literal Translation
Not enough the handsomeness if none after-all good character and respect to fellow.
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