From root: tiis
Usage Note
Mapagtiis is similar to matiisin but specifically highlights the habitual nature of someone's patience. It describes someone who doesn't complain even when faced with recurring problems.
Examples
" Mapagtiis na bata si Ben. "
Natural Translation
Ben is an enduring child.
Literal Translation
Habitually-enduring child Ben.
" Kilala ang mga Pilipino bilang mapagtiis. "
Natural Translation
Filipinos are known for being habitually enduring.
Literal Translation
Known the (plural) Filipino as habitually-enduring.
" Bagaman maraming pinagdaanang hirap ang aking ina, nanatili siyang mapagtiis at hindi kailanman nawalan ng pag-asa. "
Natural Translation
Although my mother went through many hardships, she remained enduring and never lost hope.
Literal Translation
Although many gone-through hardship the my mother, remained she habitually-enduring and not ever lost of hope.
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