Maypananalig (en. Having faith)

maɪpanaˈnalɪg

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A noun that describes the possession of faith or trust in something or someone.
His faith in God gave him strength in times of trial.
Ang kanyang maypananalig sa Diyos ay nagbigay sa kanya ng lakas sa mga pagsubok.
A mental state in which a person trusts in things even without evidence or any supportive guarantees.
Despite his fears, he has faith that he will achieve his dreams.
Sa kabila ng kanyang mga takot, siya ay maypananalig na makakamit niya ang kanyang mga pangarap.

Etymology

The word 'maypananalig' comes from the combination of 'may' and 'pananalig', where 'pananalig' is derived from the root word 'salig' meaning trust or faith.

Common Phrases and Expressions

having self-confidence
Trust in one's own abilities.
maypananalig sa sarili
having faith in God
Trust in God or in Him.
maypananalig sa Diyos

Related Words

faith
The act or state of trusting or having faith.
pananalig
belief
A firm conviction in an idea or principle that does not require evidence.
pananampalataya

Slang Meanings

Faith or trust in God or oneself
He has so much faith in his own abilities.
Sobrang lakas ng maypananalig niya sa sarili niyang kakayahan.
Trust in good things happening in life
Even though the income is low, he still has faith that the right opportunity will come.
Kahit mababa ang kita, maypananalig pa rin siya na darating ang tamang pagkakataon.