sigasig
sigásig with stress marks
diligence; vigor; energy
Usage Note
Sigasig expresses enthusiastic drive and industry in pursuing a task. The phrase may sigasig describes someone who works with gusto and dedication, and the quality is praised in students, workers, and athletes, appearing often in motivational speech.
Examples
" May sigasig siya sa trabaho. "
Natural Translation
She has diligence in her work.
Literal Translation
Has diligence she in work.
" Nakikita ang kanyang sigasig sa pagtatrabaho. "
Natural Translation
His/her diligence in working is seen.
Literal Translation
Seen the his/her diligence in working.
" Dahil sa kanyang sigasig sa pag-aaral, nakatapos siya ng kolehiyo kahit kapos sila sa pera noong kabataan niya. "
Natural Translation
Because of her diligence in studying, she finished college even though they were short of money during her youth.
Literal Translation
Because of her diligence in studying, finished she of college even-though short they in money during youth her.
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