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    Kagitingan (en. Bravery)

    ka-gi-ti-ngan

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The quality of being firm and courageous in the face of danger.
    The bravery of the heroes should be cherished by every Filipino.
    Ang kagitingan ng mga bayani ay dapat ipagmalaki ng bawat Pilipino.
    The desire to fight for what is right despite fear.
    His actions showed bravery in the fight for justice.
    Nakita sa kanyang mga gawa ang kagitingan sa paglaban para sa katarungan.
    A characteristic of leaders who have courage.
    His bravery inspired them to follow.
    Ang kanyang kagitingan ang nagtulak sa kanila na sumunod.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'giting', which means bravery or courage.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Bravery of the heroes
    The courage of those who sacrificed their lives for the country.
    Kagitingan ng mga bayani

    Related Words

    bayanihan
    The spirit of cooperation and helping one another in a community.
    bayanihan
    altruism
    Taking care of and helping others without expecting anything in return.
    altruismo

    Slang Meanings

    strength of character
    He was the first to rescue during the fire, truly showing courage.
    Siya ang unang nagligtas sa sunog, talaga namang kagitingan ang ipinakita niya.
    fearless
    His actions prove that he has courage, fearlessly ready to fight.
    Ang kanyang pagkilos ay patunay na may kagitingan siya, walang takot na lumaban.
    heroism
    The soldiers showed courage in the middle of battle, they were like heroes.
    Ang mga sundalo ay nagpakita ng kagitingan sa gitna ng labanan, parang mga bayani sila.