Tapatloob (en. Internal honesty)

/ta-pat-lo-ob/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A trait of being honest and true to oneself and others.
Internal honesty is an important aspect of building strong relationships.
Ang tapatloob ay isang mahalagang aspeto sa pagkakaroon ng matibay na ugnayan.

Etymology

Root words: 'tapat' and 'loob'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Acts of internal honesty
Actions that arise from sincere feelings.
Tapatloob na kilos

Related Words

honesty
The trait of being honest and genuine.
katapatan
inner self
The inner will or feelings of a person.
loob

Slang Meanings

Open-hearted, honest with everyone
The people I've met here are unusual; they are open-hearted and have nothing to hide.
Kakaiba yung mga nakilala kong tao dito, tapatloob sila at wala silang itinatago.
True friends, no pretenses
I wish everyone were open-hearted so there are no liars around.
Sana lahat ng tao ay tapatloob, para walang sinungaling sa paligid.
Fearless in expressing feelings
Sometimes it’s hard to be open-hearted in this world, but it’s necessary.
Minsan mahirap maging tapatloob sa mundo, pero kailangan.