Lakrihan (en. Diligence)

/la.kri.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The quality of being industrious and diligent in work.

His diligence brought good results to their project.

Ang kanyang lakrihan ay nagbigay ng magandang resulta sa kanilang proyekto.

The proper effort made to achieve a goal.

Diligence in studying is the key to success.

Ang lakrihan sa pag-aaral ay susi sa tagumpay.

Originating from the Tagalog root 'lakri' meaning 'diligent'

Diligence at work

The display of industriousness and perseverance in work tasks.

Lakrihan sa trabaho

industry

The characteristic of being industrious in any task.

sipag

Always anxious or nervous like something bad is going to happen.

I felt so lakrihan earlier, my heart was racing while waiting for the exam results.

Parang lakrihan ako kanina, ang bilis ng tibok ng puso ko habang naghihintay sa resulta ng exam.

Often felt when there's something to do but worried about the outcome.

I'm feeling lakrihan since the deadline is tomorrow, but I haven't started anything yet!

Lakrihan na ako kasi deadline na bukas, pero wala pa akong nasisimulan!