konserbatibo
konserbatíbo with stress marks
conservative
Usage Note
Konserbatibo is a Spanish loanword (from conservativo) describing a tendency toward traditional values, cautious approaches, or right-leaning political views. In Filipino society it is often associated with Catholic social teaching and family values, and is used in political, cultural, and behavioral contexts.
Examples
" Konserbatibo ang aking lolo. "
Natural Translation
My grandfather is conservative.
Literal Translation
Conservative the my grandfather.
" Konserbatibo ang kanyang pananaw pagdating sa tradisyonal na kaugalian. "
Natural Translation
He/She has a conservative view when it comes to traditional customs.
Literal Translation
Conservative the his/her view when-it-comes-to traditional customs.
" Bagama't konserbatibo siya sa usapin ng pananampalataya, bukas naman ang kanyang isip pagdating sa mga bagong teknolohiya. "
Natural Translation
Although he/she is conservative on matters of faith, his/her mind is open when it comes to new technologies.
Literal Translation
Although conservative he/she in matter of faith, open however the his/her mind when-it-comes-to new technologies.
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