Mercy in Tagalog

“Mercy” in Tagalog is “Awa” or “Habag”, referring to compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one’s power to punish or harm. Discover the complete meanings, synonyms, and real-world examples below to understand how this powerful concept is expressed in Filipino culture.

[Words] = Mercy

[Definition]:

• Mercy /ˈmɜːr.si/
• Noun 1: Compassion or forgiveness shown to someone, especially an offender or enemy who is in one’s power.
• Noun 2: An act of kindness, compassion, or favor.
• Noun 3: A fortunate circumstance or event that provides relief from suffering.

[Synonyms] = Awa, Habag, Kaawaan, Pagkahabag, Kahabagan, Pagpatawad, Kalinga, Damay

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The judge showed mercy and gave the young offender a lighter sentence.
• Ex1_PH: Ang hukom ay nagpakita ng awa at nagbigay ng mas magaan na parusa sa batang lumalabag.
• Ex2_EN: They begged for mercy as the storm threatened to destroy their village.
• Ex2_PH: Nananalangin sila ng habag habang ang bagyo ay nanganganib na sirain ang kanilang nayon.
• Ex3_EN: It was a mercy that no one was seriously injured in the accident.
• Ex3_PH: Isang kaawaan na walang seryosong nasaktan sa aksidente.
• Ex4_EN: The king decided to grant mercy to the prisoners on his coronation day.
• Ex4_PH: Nagpasya ang hari na magbigay ng pagpatawad sa mga bilanggo sa araw ng kanyang koronasyon.
• Ex5_EN: Have mercy on those who are suffering and in need of help.
• Ex5_PH: Magkaroon ng kahabagan sa mga nagdurusa at nangangailangan ng tulong.