dangal
The English word pride can be translated into Filipino as dangal.
Meaning: quality or state of being proud, inordinate self-esteem, an unreasonable conceit of one's own superiority in talents, beauty, wealth, rank etc. (noun)
Which one should you use?
The word dangal is typically used to refer to a positive sense of pride, such as honor, dignity or integrity. In contrast, if you are referring to the honor or glory one receives from an achievement, you might use the related noun karangalan.
Did you know?
- The word dangal may have originated from the concept of 'hearing' or 'listening'. This suggests that in its ancient roots, one's honor was tied to how one was spoken of or heard by others.
- Filipino has different words for pride depending on the emotion: dangal for honor, but pagmamalaki for the act of boasting or showing off.
- In Filipino culture, dangal is often viewed as something that can be 'stained' or 'tarnished', reflecting a deep societal focus on maintaining one's public integrity.
Examples in context
- Huwag mong hayaang mawala ang iyong dangal.Do not let your pride be lost.
- Ipinaglaban niya ang kanyang dangal.He fought for his pride.
Example conversation
Patricia and Juan are discussing a disagreement between friends.
- PatriciaBakit hindi pa siya humihingi ng tawad?Why hasn't he apologized yet?
- JuanMasyado kasing mataas ang kanyang dangal.His pride is just too high.
- PatriciaSayang naman ang pagkakaibigan nila.Their friendship is such a waste.
- JuanTotoo, kailangan niyang magpakumbaba.True, he needs to be humble.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dangal, CC BY-SA 4.0.
