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dear in Tagalog

mahal

/dɪə//dɪɹ/

dear in Tagalog: mahal. In English, dear means high in price; expensive.

Tagalog words for dear

loved; lovable
mahal

English meaning of dear

  1. adjective High in price; expensive.
  2. adjective Loved; lovable.
  3. adjective Lovely; kind.
  4. adjective Loving, affectionate, heartfelt.

Full definition of dear

dear in a sentence

  • The dearer the jewel, the greater the love expressed.
  • Such dear embrace tenderly comforts even in this dear sorrow.
  • The dearer the giver, the dearer the trinket he brings!

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Questions about dear in Tagalog

What is the meaning of dear in Tagalog?
Dear in Tagalog is mahal.
Ano ang dear sa Tagalog?
Dear: mahal.
What does dear mean in English?
Dear means high in price; expensive.

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