Dayan (en. Patience)
/da.jan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of being patient or enduring.
It takes a lot of patience to care for children.
Kailangan ng maraming dayan sa pag-aalaga ng mga bata.
A trait of being steadfast in adversity.
His patience in the face of challenges is admirable.
Ang dayan niya sa mga pagsubok ay kahanga-hanga.
verb
To act in demonstrating patience or endurance.
I found ways to be patient with the distractions in my life.
Nakatagpo ako ng paraan upang dayan ang mga abala sa aking buhay.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Just be patient
Maintain patience in the face of challenges.
Dayan lang
Show patience
Demonstrate patience in the situation.
Magdayan ka
Related Words
endurance
The ability to endure or withstand difficult situations.
pagtitiis
perseverance
The act of continuous progress while being patient.
tiyaga
Slang Meanings
Lying or attempting to deceive others in a specific situation.
He said, 'That's just cheating, so don't believe it.'
Sabi niya, 'Dayaan lang yan, kaya huwag kang maniwala.'
To stay strong despite difficulties or challenges.
You need to endure this exam, no matter how hard it is.
Kailangan mong magdayan sa exam na 'to, kahit gaano kahirap.