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“Ningas-kugon”
Literally: “Cogon-grass fire”
Means: Enthusiasm that starts strong but quickly fizzles out.
Ningas-kugon siya sa pag-eehersisyo.
His enthusiasm for exercise never lasts.
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Anak-pawis
A labourer; the working class.
Haligi ng tahananFather.
Bantay-salakaySomeone trusted who betrays that trust.
Kung ano ang puno, siya ang bungaChildren take after their parents.
Ang taong nagigipit, sa patalim kumakapitDesperate people take desperate measures.
Nasa Diyos ang awa, nasa tao ang gawaGod helps those who help themselves.
Kapag may tiyaga, may nilagaHard work and patience pay off.
Bahala naCome what may; whatever happens, happens.