tiyaga
tiyagâ with stress marks
perseverance; patience; diligence
Usage Note
Tiyaga refers to the quality of being patient and hardworking, most commonly used in the adjective form 'matiyaga.' It is central to the iconic proverb 'Pag may tiyaga, may nilaga,' which teaches that persistence and hard work lead to rewards.
Examples
" Kailangan ng tiyaga. "
Natural Translation
Perseverance is needed.
Literal Translation
Need of perseverance.
" Kailangan ng tiyaga sa pag-aaral. "
Natural Translation
Perseverance is needed in studying.
Literal Translation
Need of perseverance in studying.
" Dahil sa tiyaga at sipag ng kanyang mga magulang, nakapagtapos siya ng pag-aaral sa kabila ng kahirapan. "
Natural Translation
Because of the perseverance and hard work of her parents, she finished her studies despite poverty.
Literal Translation
Because of perseverance and diligence of her parents, finished she of studying despite of poverty.
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