From root: tapat
Usage Note
Katapatan is a highly valued trait in Filipino culture, especially in friendships and marriages.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang katapatan. "
Natural Translation
Loyalty is important.
Literal Translation
Important the loyalty.
" Pinapahalagahan ko ang iyong katapatan. "
Natural Translation
I value your honesty.
Literal Translation
Valuing I the your honesty.
" Ang katapatan sa pagitan ng magkaibigan ang nagpapatibay ng kanilang samahan sa mahabang panahon. "
Natural Translation
The loyalty between friends is what strengthens their bond over a long time.
Literal Translation
The loyalty in between of friends the strengthens of their bond in long time.
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