Orgulyo (en. Pride)

or-gu-lyo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A feeling of high self-esteem or pride in a group.
His pride gave him the strength to fight.
Ang kanyang orgulyo ay nagbigay sa kanya ng lakas ng loob na lumaban.
Arrogance or an unwillingness to listen to others' opinions.
His pride becomes an obstacle in his relationships.
Ang orgulyo niya ay nagiging balakid sa kanyang mga relasyon.
A behavior that motivates a person to showcase their abilities or wealth.
Pride often prompts people to brag.
Ang orgulyo ay madalas na nag-uudyok sa mga tao na magyabang.

Etymology

English: 'pride'; Derived from a trait associated with a person or group.

Common Phrases and Expressions

filled with pride
filled with intense feelings of pride.
napuno ng orgulyo

Related Words

arrogant
A person who always shows a high sense of self-importance.
mapagmataas
with pride comes shame
A saying that states excess pride leads to embarrassment.
kung may orgulya, may kahihiyan

Slang Meanings

extreme shamelessness
Wow, his pride is crazy, he still won't apologize even though he's wrong!
Grabe, ang orgulyo niya, hindi pa rin siya humihingi ng tawad kahit na mali siya!
arrogant
Why are you like that, you're so proud, acting like you're someone special?
Bakit ganyan ka, ang orgulyo mo, akala mo kung sino ka?
high-headed
Because of his pride, he didn't start the conversation.
Dahil sa kanyang orgulyo, hindi siya nagpasimula ng usapan.
too conceited
His pride is the reason why he has no friends.
Yung orgulyo niya, nagiging dahilan kung bakit wala siyang kaibigan.