sikhay
síkhay with stress marks
diligence; zeal; hardworking
Usage Note
Sikhay is closely related to sikap but carries a stronger connotation of zeal and persistence. The derived form masikhay describes someone who strives with tenacity, and the word appears in formal speeches, school awards, and parental encouragement to mean unwavering hard work.
Examples
" Hangaan ang sikhay ng bata. "
Natural Translation
Admire the child's diligence.
Literal Translation
Admire the diligence of-the child.
" Ang kanyang sikhay ay nagbunga ng tagumpay. "
Natural Translation
His/her diligence resulted in success.
Literal Translation
The his/her diligence resulted of success.
" Dahil sa sikhay niya sa pag-aaral, natanggap siya ng iskolarsip sa isang kilalang unibersidad. "
Natural Translation
Because of his diligence in his studies, he received a scholarship from a well-known university.
Literal Translation
Because-of the diligence his in studies, received he of scholarship from a well-known university.
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