Kapakumbaan (en. Humility)

/ka.pa.kum.baan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of being humble or having the ability to be humble.
Humility is an important trait in interpersonal relationships.
Ang kapakumbaan ay isang mahalagang ugali sa pakikipagkapwa.
A state of modesty that encourages a person to foster better relationships with others.
Because of his humility, he easily makes friends.
Dahil sa kanyang kapakumbaan, madali siyang nakikipagkaibigan.
An aspect of moral behavior that promotes respect for others.
Humility allows for the recognition of the worth of others.
Ang kapakumbaan ay nagbibigay pahintulot sa pagkilala sa halaga ng iba.

Etymology

root word: pakumbab, derived from the word 'humility'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Because of his humility
Because of his humble nature.
Dahil sa kanyang kapakumbaan
Humility is necessary
Humility is important in our relationships.
Kailangan ang kapakumbaan

Related Words

humble
A characteristic of being modest.
pakumbaba
modest person
A phrase describing someone who is not arrogant.
mababa ang loob

Slang Meanings

Greed or lewdness that shows a lack of respect.
Enough with your kapakumbaan, it seems you haven't learned from your experiences.
Tama na ang kapakumbaan mo, mukhang hindi ka natuto sa mga nangyari sa'yo.
Lack of discipline or self-respect.
Because of his kapakumbaan, he's always getting involved in trouble.
Dahil sa kapakumbaan niya, laging nasasangkot sa mga gulo.
Whatever they want, they don't care about boundaries.
As kids, they often display kapakumbaan at school.
Bilang bata, madalas silang nagkakaroon ng kapakumbaan sa paaralan.