mapagpaumanhin
forgiving; patient; tolerant
From root: paumanhin
Usage Note
Mapagpaumanhin describes a person who has a lot of patience and easily forgives the faults of others. This is considered a very positive character trait in Filipino culture.
Examples
" Mapagpaumanhin ang lola ko. "
Natural Translation
My grandmother is forgiving.
Literal Translation
Forgiving the grandmother my.
" Mabuti ang pusong mapagpaumanhin. "
Natural Translation
A forgiving heart is good.
Literal Translation
Good the heart (that is) forgiving.
" Mapagpaumanhin siya sa mga pagkukulang ng iba, kaya marami ang humihingi ng payo sa kanya tuwing may problema. "
Natural Translation
She is tolerant of others' shortcomings, so many people seek her advice whenever there is a problem.
Literal Translation
Forgiving she of the shortcomings of others, so many the ask of advice to her whenever has problem.
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