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    Lehitimo (en. Legitimate)

    le-hi-ti-mo

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Refers to something or a situation that complies with laws or regulations.
    You should have a legitimate reason for your actions.
    Dapat ay may lehitimong dahilan ka sa iyong mga aksyon.
    Means real or genuine.
    His legitimate identity has been verified.
    Ang kanyang lehitimong pagkakakilanlan ay na-verify.
    Refers to something that is not fabricated but is factual.
    He needed legitimate proof to claim his benefits.
    Kinailangan niya ng lehitimong patunay upang makuha ang kanyang benepisyo.

    Etymology

    From the Tagalog word 'lehitimo' derived from the Spanish 'legítimo'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    legitimate business
    A business that complies with legal standards.
    lehitimong negosyo
    legitimate rights
    Rights recognized by law.
    lehitimong karapatan

    Related Words

    legitimation
    The process of determining or verifying legitimacy.
    lehitimasyon
    examination
    The process of reviewing evidence or documentation to aid in legitimation.
    pagsusuri

    Slang Meanings

    A genuine person or thing with credibility.
    He's alright, that's legit, he won't scam you.
    Ayos lang ang kanya, legit 'yan, di yan manloloko.
    Correct or acceptable under the law.
    His business is legit, he's registered with DTI.
    Lehitimo ang kanyang negosyo, registered siya sa DTI.
    A truly unique experience, seldom seen.
    Their performance was amazing, so legit!
    Ang galing ng performance nila, legit na legit!
    Serious or not joking.
    What I'm saying is legit, I'm not joking.
    Lehitimo 'tong sinasabi ko, hindi ako nagbibiro.