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    Filipino•
    🇵🇭Philippines

    Hiramos

    /hee-RA-mos/

    Meaning

    While 'hiramos' literally translates to 'borrowed' or 'loaned' in Filipino, its cultural weight extends far beyond a simple transaction. It encapsulates the act of borrowing something with the implicit understanding of reciprocity and maintaining a harmonious relationship. It's not just about taking an object, but about entrusting it, acknowledging the giver's generosity and the borrower's responsibility to return it promptly and in good condition. This concept highlights the value placed on community, trust, and the delicate social fabric that binds people together.

    Literal Translation

    Borrowed

    How It's Used

    Used when asking to borrow an item from someone, or when referring to something that has been borrowed.

    Emotions
    belonging,gratitude
    Contexts
    community,family,friendship
    🇵🇭Philippines

    by Dr. Kenji Tanaka·Written Mar 14, 2026·Updated Apr 3, 2026

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