Moral (en. Moral)

mor-al

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The principle of right and wrong used as a guide for action.
His moral is based on the teachings of his parents.
Ang kanyang moral ay batay sa mga aral ng kanyang mga magulang.
A lesson or message derived from a story or event.
The moral of the story is that we should be true to ourselves.
Ang moral ng kwento ay dapat tayong maging tapat sa ating sarili.
The importance of having good manners and behavior.
In society, the moral behavior of people is important.
Sa lipunan, mahalaga ang moral na pag-uugali ng mga tao.

Etymology

from the Latin 'moralis'

Common Phrases and Expressions

moral lesson
Lesson emphasizing proper behavior.
moral na aral
moral responsibility
Responsibility to act according to our moral principles.
moral na responsibilidad

Related Words

perspective
View or outlook on matters based on morals.
pananaw
rights
Moral rights possessed by every individual.
karapatan

Slang Meanings

Wants to show good behavior or attitude.
You should be the moral one in the group, so don’t get angry.
Ikaw dapat ang moral sa grupo, kaya’t huwag ka sanang magalit.
Use mind and heart to make the right decision.
We need to be moral in our decisions, not just based on what the heart says.
Kailangan nating maging moral sa ating mga desisyon, hindi lang ayon sa tawag ng puso.
To be just or fair to other people.
I hope we all are moral and not taking advantage of others.
Sana lahat tayo ay moral at hindi nanlalamang sa kapwa.