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    Pagkamatimpi (en. Self-restraint)

    /paɡka.mɐ.tɪm.pi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The ability to restrain or control one's emotions or desires.
    Self-restraint is important in building good relationships.
    Ang pagkamatimpi ay mahalaga sa pagbuo ng magandang relasyon.
    The state of being temperate or not easily angered.
    Self-restraint is necessary in times of conflict.
    Kailangan ng pagkamatimpi sa mga oras ng hidwaan.
    The suppression of undesirable reactions or opinions.
    Self-restraint shows your maturity.
    Ang pagkamatimpi ay nagpapakita ng iyong maturity.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'timpi' meaning 'control of one's emotions' or 'self-restraint'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Life with self-restraint
    A life lived with control over one's emotions.
    Buhay na may pagkamatimpi
    Self-restraint within oneself
    Control over one's own desires or emotions.
    Pagkamatimpi sa sarilinin

    Related Words

    self-restraint
    The act or process of being temperate.
    pagtitimpi
    peace
    A state of calmness and balanced emotions.
    kapayapaan

    Slang Meanings

    Just being ‘chill’ or not rushing through life.
    It's fine, I can just take it easy with the problems, they won't come immediately.
    Ayos lang, pwede nang magpaka-pagmamatimpi sa mga problema, di naman ito darating.
    Making sacrifices to avoid upsetting or offending someone.
    Why are you letting him slide? You shouldn't sacrifice for him.
    Bakit mo siya pinapabayaan? Dapat di ka magpakamatimpi para sa kanya.