integridad
integridád with stress marks
integrity
Usage Note
Integridad is a valued concept in Filipino professional and political life, often cited in leadership discussions, job interviews, and anti-corruption campaigns. It is closely tied to the broader Filipino value of dangal (dignity and honor).
Examples
" May integridad ang bagong lider. "
Natural Translation
The new leader has integrity.
Literal Translation
Has integrity the new leader.
" Ang integridad ng opisyal ay hindi mabibili ng pera. "
Natural Translation
The integrity of the official cannot be bought with money.
Literal Translation
The integrity of-the official not bought-can with money.
" Sinasabi nilang mas mahalaga ang integridad kaysa sa yaman, sapagkat ang tiwala ng mga tao ay hindi kayang bilhin. "
Natural Translation
They say integrity is more important than wealth, because people's trust cannot be bought.
Literal Translation
Saying they-that more important the integrity than the wealth, because the trust of people not can-be bought.
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