Katigalan (en. Diligence)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

Diligence is the quality of being hardworking and striving in one's work.

His diligence at work yielded excellent results.

Ang kanyang katigalan sa trabaho ay nagbunga ng magagandang resulta.

It also refers to being industrious and determined in tasks.

Maria's diligence in her studies contributes to her success.

Ang katigalan ni Maria sa kanyang pag-aaral ay nakakatulong sa kanyang tagumpay.

It is commonly used to describe a person who does not give up on their goals.

Because of her diligence, she achieved her dreams.

Dahil sa kanyang katigalan, naabot niya ang kanyang mga pangarap.

diligence at work

the effort and striving exerted in work tasks

katigalan sa trabaho

industrious

Refers to a person who is hardworking and always ready to do what is necessary.

masigasig

resourceful

A person with inherent talent or ability to find solutions.

maparaan

Person who seems to have a right to a place due to their long stay

There goes Mang Juan; he's a long-timer, so he always gets to go first.

Ayan na si Mang Juan, katigalan yan, kaya siya ang laging nauuna.

Person who is accustomed to the surroundings or environment

Since he's a long-timer, he knows how to communicate with the people here.

Dahil katigalan na siya, alam na niya kung paano makipag-usap sa mga tao dito.

Term for someone who has been in a place for a long time

I hope to meet Kuya; he's the long-timer here in the barangay.

Sana'y makilala ko si Kuya, siya ang katigalan dito sa barangay.