taimtim
taimtím with stress marks
sincere, heartfelt, or fervent
Usage Note
Taimtim describes a quality of deep sincerity, earnestness, and fervency — particularly in prayer, devotion, or emotional expression. It is closely associated with religious contexts in Filipino Catholic culture, where taimtim na panalangin (fervent prayer) reflects genuine spiritual dedication rather than rote recitation.
Examples
" Taimtim ang kanyang dasal. "
Natural Translation
His/her prayer is heartfelt.
Literal Translation
Heartfelt the his/her prayer.
" Taimtim ang kanyang panalangin sa simbahan. "
Natural Translation
His/her prayer in the church is sincere.
Literal Translation
Sincere the his/her prayer in church.
" Sa harap ng altar, taimtim niyang ipinanalangin ang kaligtasan ng kanyang pamilya na nasa malayong lupain. "
Natural Translation
Before the altar, he/she fervently prayed for the safety of his/her family who were in a faraway land.
Literal Translation
In front of altar, fervent he/she prayed-for the safety of his/her family that in faraway land.
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