From root: tiwala
Usage Note
Paniniwala is commonly used for religious faith, personal principles, or general beliefs. Igalang natin ang paniniwala ng iba means let us respect the beliefs of others.
Examples
" Iba ang paniniwala namin. "
Natural Translation
Our beliefs are different.
Literal Translation
Different the belief ours.
" Respetuhin natin ang paniniwala ng iba. "
Natural Translation
Let us respect the beliefs of others.
Literal Translation
Respect we the belief of others.
" Matibay ang kanyang paniniwala na magtatagumpay siya kahit maraming beses na siyang nabigo noon. "
Natural Translation
His conviction that he would succeed is firm, even though he had failed many times before.
Literal Translation
Strong the his belief that will-succeed he even many times that he failed before.
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