From root: sipag
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
sumipag
su-mi-PAG
became diligent
Present (Incomplete)
sumisipag
su-mi-si-PAG
is becoming diligent
Future (Contemplated)
sisipag
si-si-PAG
will become diligent
Usage Note
Sumipag is used to describe a person's transition into becoming more industrious or hardworking compared to a previous state. It is frequently used when noting a positive change in someone's attitude towards their responsibilities or studies.
Examples
" Sumipag siya sa pag-aaral. "
Natural Translation
He became diligent in studying.
Literal Translation
Became-diligent he at studying.
" Unti-unti siyang sumipag sa paglilinis. "
Natural Translation
He slowly became diligent in cleaning.
Literal Translation
Little by little he/she became diligent in cleaning.
" Sumipag siya sa trabaho nang malaman niyang malapit nang dumating ang kanyang sanggol. "
Natural Translation
He became more diligent at work when he learned that his baby was about to arrive.
Literal Translation
Became-diligent he at work when learned he-that near already arrive the his baby.
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