Sumbalilo (en. Persistence)
sum-ba-li-lo
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A trait of continuing and not giving up despite challenges.
His persistence in studying led to great results.
Ang kanyang sumbalilo sa pag-aaral ay nagdulot ng magagandang resulta.
The advocacy of a task or purpose in spite of obstacles.
Because of his misery, he achieved his goal.
Dahil sa kanyang sumbalilo, nakamit niya ang kanyang layunin.
Continuing to a task even with obstacles.
The workers' balcony has flourished their business.
Ang sumbalilo ng mga manggagawa ay nagpayabong sa kanilang negosyo.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Persistence in life
The perspective of continually fighting despite challenges in life.
Sumbalilo sa buhay
Related Words
patience
A quality of continuing with something despite difficulties.
tiyaga
resilience
The ability to remain strong in times of crisis or problems.
katatagan
Slang Meanings
Digging a little or investigating.
Do some sumbalilo there, they might know something new.
Sumbalilo ka nga d'yan, baka may alam siyang bago.
A person who looks like they know things.
They're the person in the group who always sumbalilo on the gossip.
Siya yung sa grupo na laging sumbalilo sa chismis.