naniwala

Naniwala is a term derived from the Filipino language, Tagalog, and it directly translates to "believed" or "had believed" in English. It is the past tense form of the verb "maniwala," which means to believe. The word naniwala indicates that an action of believing took place at some point in the past.

The usage of naniwala is common in everyday conversation and literature in the Philippines. It can be used to describe a person's past conviction in something, whether it be a person, an idea, a story, or an event. For instance, one might say, "Naniwala siya sa kanyang sinabi" which translates to "He/She believed what he/she said." This implies a past acceptance of truth or veracity.

Beyond a simple statement of past belief, naniwala can also carry connotations of being deceived or misled if the belief turns out to be unfounded. For example, "Naniwala ako sa kanya, pero hindi pala totoo" means "I believed him/her, but it turned out not to be true." In this context, naniwala highlights a past state of trust that was ultimately betrayed. The specific nuance of naniwala often depends on the surrounding context and the speaker's intent.