matibay
strong; durable; sturdy
From root: tibay
Usage Note
Matibay is used to describe physical strength of objects or the resilience of a person's character. For example, matibay ang silya means the chair is sturdy.
Examples
" Matibay ang mesa namin. "
Natural Translation
Our table is sturdy.
Literal Translation
Sturdy the table our.
" Matibay ang sapatos na ito. "
Natural Translation
These shoes are sturdy.
Literal Translation
Sturdy the shoes that this.
" Pinili namin ang bahay na ito dahil matibay ang pundasyon nito at kayang tumagal kahit dumaan ang malalakas na bagyo. "
Natural Translation
We chose this house because its foundation is sturdy and it can last even when strong typhoons pass through.
Literal Translation
Chose we the house-link this because sturdy the foundation its and able to-last even pass the strong-link typhoons.
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