Katiyagaan (en. Perseverance)
/kati.ja.ɡaan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The ability to remain steadfast despite challenges.
Perseverance is key to success.
Ang katiyagaan ay susi sa tagumpay.
Endeavoring in the face of difficulties.
His perseverance in studying bore good results.
Ang kanyang katiyagaan sa pag-aaral ay nagbunga ng magagandang resulta.
Confidence and determination to continue progressing.
Perseverance is needed to achieve goals.
Kailangan ang katiyagaan upang maabot ang mga layunin.
Etymology
Root word: tiyaga, meaning endurance or diligence.
Common Phrases and Expressions
This person has perseverance.
This person has determination.
May katiyagaan ang taong ito.
Perseverance is needed.
One must endure.
Katiyagaan ang kailangan.
Related Words
tiyaga
The ability to wait or endure for what is desired.
tiyaga
pagsisikap
The active effort towards a goal.
pagsisikap
Slang Meanings
effort despite challenges
His perseverance in studying led him to his dreams.
Ang katiyagaan niya sa pag-aaral ang nagdala sa kanya sa kanyang mga pangarap.
not easily giving up
You need perseverance in life, because you will face many challenges.
Kailangan ang katiyagaan sa buhay, kasi marami kang haharapin na hamon.
persistence
Because of our perseverance, we finished the project on time.
Dahil sa ating katiyagaan, natapos natin ang proyekto sa takdang oras.
enduring hardship
His perseverance at work, even with a lot of pressure, is truly admirable.
Ang katiyagaan niya sa trabaho, kahit madami ang pressure ay talagang kahanga-hanga.