From root: intindi
Usage Note
Pag-intindi refers to the act of comprehending something or having compassion for a situation. It is often used when discussing the effort put into understanding a complex topic.
Examples
" Salamat sa iyong pag-intindi. "
Natural Translation
Thank you for your understanding.
Literal Translation
Thanks to your understanding.
" Mahalaga ang pag-intindi sa kapwa. "
Natural Translation
Understanding others is important.
Literal Translation
Important the understanding to others.
" Higit pa sa pera, ang pag-intindi sa nararamdaman ng iba ang tunay na susi sa magandang samahan. "
Natural Translation
More than money, understanding what others feel is the real key to a good relationship.
Literal Translation
More than to money, the understanding to feeling of others the true key to good relationship.
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