idealismo
idealísmo with stress marks
idealism
Usage Note
Idealismo is borrowed from Spanish idealismo, referring to the philosophical doctrine that reality is mentally constructed, or more broadly to the tendency to pursue high ideals and noble principles. In everyday Filipino usage it often describes an admirable but possibly impractical commitment to lofty goals. It appears in academic, political, and youth discourse.
Examples
" Puno ng idealismo ang mga estudyante. "
Natural Translation
The students are full of idealism.
Literal Translation
Full of idealism the students.
" Ang idealismo ng kabataan ang nagbibigay-pag-asa sa lipunan. "
Natural Translation
The idealism of the youth gives hope to society.
Literal Translation
The idealism of-the youth the gives-hope to society.
" Bagaman kahanga-hanga ang idealismo niya, kailangan din niyang harapin ang katotohanan ng buhay sa lipunan. "
Natural Translation
Although his idealism is admirable, he also needs to face the realities of life in society.
Literal Translation
Although admirable the idealism his, needs also he to-face the truth of life in society.
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