A1 Idiom خنثی

Mababa ang loob

Humble

معنی

A person who is modest or humble.

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زمینه فرهنگی

Humility is tied to 'Pakikipagkapwa.' To be humble is to acknowledge that you are not separate from others. The phrase is heavily used in sermons to echo the beatitude 'Blessed are the poor in spirit.' Even in high-stakes business, 'mababa ang loob' is preferred over aggressive Western-style self-promotion. The hashtag #StayHumble is often translated or understood through this idiom in the Philippines.

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The Ultimate Compliment

In the Philippines, calling someone 'mababa ang loob' is a higher compliment than calling them 'matalino' (smart) or 'mayaman' (rich).

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Avoid Self-Praise

Rarely say 'Mababa ang loob ko.' It sounds ironic. Let others say it about you!

معنی

A person who is modest or humble.

💡

The Ultimate Compliment

In the Philippines, calling someone 'mababa ang loob' is a higher compliment than calling them 'matalino' (smart) or 'mayaman' (rich).

⚠️

Avoid Self-Praise

Rarely say 'Mababa ang loob ko.' It sounds ironic. Let others say it about you!

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The 'Loob' Connection

Remember that 'loob' is the most important word in Filipino ethics. Mastering its idioms is mastering the Filipino heart.

خودت رو بسنج

Fill in the blank with the correct word to complete the idiom.

Kahit siya ay isang sikat na doktor, nananatili siyang mababa ang ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: loob

The correct idiom is 'mababa ang loob.'

Which of the following is the best description of a person who is 'mababa ang loob'?

Ano ang ibig sabihin ng 'mababa ang loob'?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Isang taong hindi mayabang at marunong rumespeto.

It describes someone who is not boastful and knows how to respect others.

Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate response.

A: 'Nakita mo ba si Mayor? Siya mismo ang nag-abot ng tulong sa mga tao.' B: 'Oo, talaga namang ______.'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: mababa ang loob niya

Describing a leader helping people directly is a classic context for 'mababa ang loob.'

Match the idiom to the correct situation.

Which situation best fits 'mababa ang loob'?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: A CEO eating lunch with the janitors and asking about their families.

This shows a lack of ego and a willingness to be equal with others.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

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بانک تمرین

4 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the blank with the correct word to complete the idiom. جای خالی A1

Kahit siya ay isang sikat na doktor, nananatili siyang mababa ang ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: loob

The correct idiom is 'mababa ang loob.'

Which of the following is the best description of a person who is 'mababa ang loob'? Choose A1

Ano ang ibig sabihin ng 'mababa ang loob'?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Isang taong hindi mayabang at marunong rumespeto.

It describes someone who is not boastful and knows how to respect others.

Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate response. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'Nakita mo ba si Mayor? Siya mismo ang nag-abot ng tulong sa mga tao.' B: 'Oo, talaga namang ______.'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: mababa ang loob niya

Describing a leader helping people directly is a classic context for 'mababa ang loob.'

Match the idiom to the correct situation. situation_matching B1

Which situation best fits 'mababa ang loob'?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: A CEO eating lunch with the janitors and asking about their families.

This shows a lack of ego and a willingness to be equal with others.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

Yes, but it carries a stronger cultural weight of being 'approachable' and 'one with the people.'

No, it is strictly for people or their actions/character.

The most common opposite is 'mayabang' (boastful) or 'mataas ang loob' (proud).

It is neutral. You can use it with friends or in a formal speech.

No, though humble people are often associated with simple living, the phrase describes character, not bank accounts.

In Filipino culture, 'low' means being on the same level as others, which is a sign of respect and equality.

Yes, as an adjective before a noun, e.g., 'isang mababang-loob na tao.'

It is used in religion, but it is a secular, everyday term first.

Use 'Napakababa ng loob' or 'Mababang-mababa ang loob.'

No. That is a common mistake for English speakers. Use 'malungkot' for sad.

عبارات مرتبط

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Mapagkumbaba

synonym

Humble/Modest

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Mababang lipad

similar

Low flight / Low profile

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Mataas ang loob

contrast

Proud / Arrogant

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Kagandahang-loob

builds on

Inner beauty / Generosity

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