pag-iibigan
pag-iibígan with stress marks
love for each other
From root: ibig
Usage Note
Pag-iibigan is the reciprocal noun form of 'ibigin' (to love), emphasizing the mutual and shared nature of romantic or deep affection between two people. It is often used in poetry, songs, and formal declarations of love, reflecting the Filipino value of deep relational bonds.
Examples
" Tapat ang kanilang pag-iibigan. "
Natural Translation
Their love for each other is faithful.
Literal Translation
Faithful the their love-for-each-other.
" Matatag ang kanilang pag-iibigan. "
Natural Translation
Their love for each other is strong.
Literal Translation
Strong the their love-for-each-other.
" Sa kabila ng mga pagsubok na kanilang dinaanan, lalong tumibay ang pag-iibigan nilang dalawa. "
Natural Translation
Despite the trials they went through, the love between the two of them only grew stronger.
Literal Translation
At opposite of the plural trials that they passed-through, more strengthened the love-for-each-other of-them two.
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