Pasensiya (en. Patience)
pah-sen-sya
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The ability to wait for something or a situation without getting angry.
We need patience in waiting for our turn.
Kailangan natin ng pasensiya sa pag-aantay ng ating pagkakataon.
The quality of being tolerant in the face of difficulties or challenges.
Her patience is truly admirable in the challenges she faces.
Ang kanyang pasensiya ay tunay na kahanga-hanga sa mga pagsubok na dinaranas niya.
A state in which a person is not easily annoyed or loses hope.
Patience is important at work to achieve success.
Mahalaga ang pasensiya sa trabaho upang makamit ang tagumpay.
Etymology
from the Spanish word 'paciencia'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Sorry for this
Acceptance of a situation or asking for understanding.
Pasensiya na
Needs patience
Emphasizing the importance of being patient.
Kailangan ng pasensiya
Related Words
waiting
The process of waiting for something.
paghihintay
perseverance
The quality of perseverance or continuous effort.
tiyaga
Slang Meanings
Sorry, buddy!
Sorry, the traffic is just terrible.
Pasensya na, ang traffic kasi.
No worries!
Sorry for not bringing you along, okay!
Pasensya na at hindi kita nasama, ha!
Just chill!
Sorry, I can't meet the deadline.
Pasensya, hindi ko na maabot yung deadline.
It's all good!
Sorry, I was late to the meeting.
Pasensya na, nalate ako sa usapan.