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    Pagkaaba (en. Humility)

    /pagkaˈaba/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A state or quality of being humble or respectful to others.
    His humility earned him respect from others.
    Ang kanyang pagkaaba ay nagdulot ng respeto mula sa iba.
    An action or reaction that shows sacrifice or respect to a higher status.
    He demonstrated his humility by helping those in need.
    Ipinakita niya ang kanyang pagkaaba sa pamamagitan ng pagtulong sa nangangailangan.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'aba', meaning 'to be humble' or 'to seek pity'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    humility of spirit
    quality of being humble or not boasting.
    pagkaaba ng loob

    Related Words

    pity
    A feeling of sorrow for someone's situation.
    awa
    respect
    Recognition of the worth or dignity of others.
    respeto

    Slang Meanings

    Neglect or lack of concern for a situation.
    Wow, Marco really showed a total disregard for the work problems.
    Grabe, pagkaaba na lang talaga ang pinakita ni Marco sa mga problema sa trabaho.
    Training oneself to avoid or neglect oneself or others.
    His neglect of his health isn't good.
    Yung pagkaaba niya sa kalusugan niya, hindi maganda.