tawad
táwad with stress marks
discount; bargain; forgiveness
Usage Note
Tawad is a cornerstone of Philippine market culture, where haggling for a lower price is expected in palengkes (wet markets). In a spiritual or interpersonal context, it is the standard term for seeking pardon, deeply tied to the country's strong Catholic and communal values.
Examples
" Humingi ako ng tawad. "
Natural Translation
I asked for forgiveness.
Literal Translation
Asked I of forgiveness.
" Humingi siya ng tawad sa kanyang pagkakamali. "
Natural Translation
He asked for forgiveness for his mistake.
Literal Translation
Asked he/she of forgiveness for his/her mistake.
" Kahit malaki ang naging kasalanan niya, handa kaming magbigay ng tawad kung tapat siyang magsisisi. "
Natural Translation
Even though his offense was great, we are ready to grant forgiveness if he sincerely repents.
Literal Translation
Even big the became sin his, ready we to-give of forgiveness if sincere he will-repent.
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