Katigasan (en. Hardness)

ka-ti-ga-san

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

Hardness is the state or condition of being hard or steadfast.

The hardness of his stance earned him respect from others.

Ang katigasan ng kanyang paninindigan ay humikbi sa iba na magbigay ng respeto sa kanya.

It can also refer to the physical characteristic of an object that is difficult to break or shatter.

The hardness of steel makes it suitable for tools.

Ang katigasan ng bakal ay ginagawang angkop ito para sa mga damit.

In an emotional or psychological context, it refers to a person's endurance or resilience despite challenges.

Her inner hardness displays her courage in the face of challenges.

Ang katigasan ng loob niya ay nagpapakita ng kanyang tapang sa harap ng mga hamon.

derived from the root word 'tigás' meaning hard or steadfast.

hard-headedness

Being stubborn or not easily swayed.

katigasan ng ulo

stiffness

Stiffness refers to the state of being hard or unchangeable.

tiris

resilience

This is a quality referring to the ability to stand firm despite challenges.

katatagan

stubbornness

Your stubbornness, you're not listening to my advice.

Ang katigasan ng ulo mo, hindi ka nakikinig sa payo ko.

strength of character

Even if it's tough, I can handle it because of your strength of character.

Kahit mahirap, kaya kita dahil sa katigasan ng loob mo.

tough person

That person is so tough, not afraid of any situation.

Sobrang katigasan ng tao na iyon, walang takot sa kahit anong sitwasyon.

persistence

Your persistence in your plans is impressive.

Ang katigasan mo sa iyong mga plano ay nakakabilib.