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honest in Tagalog

matapat

UK/ˈɒn.ɪst//ˈɑ.nɪst/

honest in Tagalog: matapat. In English, honest means scrupulous with regard to telling the truth; not given to swindling, lying, or fraud; upright.

Tagalog words for honest

scrupulous with regard to telling the truth
matapat

English meaning of honest

  1. adjective Scrupulous with regard to telling the truth; not given to swindling, lying, or fraud; upright.
  2. adjective True, especially as far as is known by the person making the statement; fair; unbiased.
  3. adjective In good faith; without malice.
  4. adjective Accurate.

Full definition of honest

honest in a sentence

  • We’re the most honest people you will ever come across.
  • an honest account of events
  • an honest day's work

Synonyms of honest

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Questions about honest in Tagalog

What is the meaning of honest in Tagalog?
Honest in Tagalog is matapat.
Ano ang honest sa Tagalog?
Honest: matapat.
What does honest mean in English?
Honest means scrupulous with regard to telling the truth; not given to swindling, lying, or fraud; upright.

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