Sipag (en. Diligence)

si-pag

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of being hardworking or industrious.
His diligence in studying resulted in high grades.
Ang kanyang sipag sa pag-aaral ay nagbunga ng mataas na marka.
The active effort to achieve a goal.
Diligence and perseverance are needed to succeed in life.
Kailangan ng sipag at tiyaga upang umunlad sa buhay.
The act or habit of working hard.
The diligence of the workers can be seen in their work.
Makikita ang sipag ng mga manggagawa sa kanilang trabaho.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'pag', which means to work.

Common Phrases and Expressions

diligence and perseverance
The effort and dedication of time and effort for success.
sipag at tiyaga

Related Words

striving
The effort to reach a target or goal.
pagsusumikap
perseverance
The ability to continue despite challenges.
pagtitiyaga

Slang Meanings

hardworking person
Juan is so hardworking, even on weekends, he's still studying.
Sobrang sipag ni Juan, kahit weekends, nag-aaral pa rin siya.
that's good enough
Of course, you need to be hardworking to achieve what you want. That's good enough!
Siyempre, kailangan ng sipag para sa mga gusto mong makamit. Puwede na yan!
recharged energy to work hard
I need to recharge my energy to focus on my projects.
Kailangan ko ng recharge sipag para magfocus sa projects ko.