Suagan (en. Diligence)
/suˈa.ɡan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A characteristic where a person becomes diligent and industrious in their tasks.
The diligence of the students resulted in excellent results in their exams.
Ang suagan ng mga estudyante ay nagbigay ng magandang resulta sa kanilang mga pagsusulit.
Having determination and effort to achieve a goal.
Through her diligence, she succeeded in getting a high grade.
Sa kanyang suagan, nagtagumpay siyang makuha ang mataas na marka.
Effort to continue activities despite challenges.
His diligence shows his resilience despite the challenges.
Ang kanyang suagan ay nagpapakita ng kanyang katatagan sa kabila ng mga hamon.
Etymology
It originates from the root word 'suga' meaning 'light' or 'illumination'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Diligence at work
Diligent detailing in a job or project.
Suagan sa trabaho
Diligence in studying
Diligent studying and effort to learn.
Suagan sa pag-aaral
Related Words
diligent
A person full of enthusiasm and wholeheartedly dedicated to a task.
masigasig
perseverance
The ability to stay determined in difficult situations.
tiyaga
Slang Meanings
A heavy or burdensome situation
It feels like the problems in our family are such a burden.
Parang suagan na ang dala ng problema sa pamilya namin.
A beaten-up or wounded condition
I saw a beat-up person on the street, they looked like they fell.
Nakakita ako ng suagan na tao sa kalsada, mukhang nahulog.
Extreme difficulty or pain
The college workload is so bad, I haven't slept at all!
Ganoon kalala yung suagan sa college, wala na akong tulog!