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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Pag-iingat, Paghuhusga at Kamalayan

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)

to quickly turn a disadvantageous circumstance into a beneficial one

Ex: She was initially behind in the competition, but her determination and hard work helped her turn the tables and win the championship.

more than one skill or plan to increase chances of success

Ex: The athlete developed two strings to his bow by training in both sprinting and long jump.
to woolgather
[Pandiwa]

to indulge in aimless daydreaming, often drifting away from reality or practical concerns

mangarap nang gising, maligaw sa isip

mangarap nang gising, maligaw sa isip

Ex: I tend to woolgather when I 'm bored or tired .May tendensya akong **mangarap nang gising** kapag nababagot ako o pagod.
woolgathering
[Pangngalan]

the act or state of being lost in fanciful thought

pag-iisip ng malayo, pagkalugami sa mga pangarap

pag-iisip ng malayo, pagkalugami sa mga pangarap

Ex: Their conversation veered into woolgathering, full of whimsical what-ifs .Ang kanilang usapan ay lumihis sa **pagmumuni-muni**, puno ng mga kapritso 'paano kung'.
pensive
[pang-uri]

reflective and thoughtful, often with a hint of melancholy and sadness

nag-iisip, malungkot

nag-iisip, malungkot

Ex: During the meeting , he wore a pensive look , clearly absorbed in contemplating the complex issues at hand .Sa panahon ng pulong, mayroon siyang **mapanuring** hitsura, malinaw na nalululon sa pag-iisip tungkol sa mga kumplikadong isyu sa kamay.
portent
[Pangngalan]

a sign or indication of what is to come, especially something unfortunate

pangitain, hudyat

pangitain, hudyat

Ex: The ancient prophecy was regarded as a portent of the kingdom 's downfall if left unheeded .Ang sinaunang hula ay itinuring na isang **babala** ng pagbagsak ng kaharian kung hindi papansinin.
to presage
[Pandiwa]

to serve as a sign or warning of a future event

magbabala, maghuhula

magbabala, maghuhula

Ex: The unusual behavior of wildlife presaged the earthquake that followed .Ang hindi pangkaraniwang pag-uugali ng wildlife ay **nagbabala** sa lindol na sumunod.
to bode
[Pandiwa]

to be an omen or indication of a future outcome, often suggesting something negative or ominous

magbabala, maghuhula

magbabala, maghuhula

Ex: Her absence from the team meetings has boded poorly for her chances of promotion .Ang kanyang pagliban sa mga pulong ng koponan ay **nagbabadyang** masama para sa kanyang mga pagkakataon na ma-promote.
augury
[Pangngalan]

a sign, omen, or event interpreted as foretelling future outcomes, often fateful ones

pangitain, hula

pangitain, hula

Ex: The villagers took the unexpected migration of birds as an augury of an impending natural disaster .Ang kanyang panaginip ay itinuring na isang **hula** ng tagumpay.

a clear sign that something unfortunate is going to happen

Ex: They ignored the writing on the wall and were surprised by the business failure.
on the qui vive
[Parirala]

on the lookout, especially for danger, opportunity, or unexpected events

Ex: Investors are on the qui vive for market shifts.
leery
[pang-uri]

causing or feeling caution or suspicion

nag-aalangan, naghihinala

nag-aalangan, naghihinala

Ex: They were leery of the unfamiliar territory and decided to stay cautious .Sila'y **nag-aalangan** sa hindi pamilyar na teritoryo at nagpasya na manatiling maingat.
chary
[pang-uri]

afraid and cautious of the possible outcomes of an action, thus reluctant to take risks or action

maingat, takot

maingat, takot

Ex: Although interested , he remained chary about signing the contract without further review .Bagama't interesado, nanatili siyang **maingat** tungkol sa pag-sign ng kontrata nang walang karagdagang pagsusuri.
to appraise
[Pandiwa]

to carefully examine something and judge its value, often in terms of money or quality

tayahin,  suriin

tayahin, suriin

Ex: The antique dealer appraises the old furniture to determine its value .Tinatasa ng antique dealer ang lumang muwebles upang matukoy ang halaga nito.
to ascertain
[Pandiwa]

to determine something with certainty by careful examination or investigation

matukoy, malaman

matukoy, malaman

Ex: We are ascertaining the availability of resources .Kami ay **tinitiyak** ang availability ng mga resources.

a hope or wish that cannot be realized or fulfilled

Ex: Hoping to become a famous singer without singing a note is like building a castle in the air; it requires hard work and dedication.
volition
[Pangngalan]

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

kagustuhan, malayang pagpapasya

kagustuhan, malayang pagpapasya

Ex: Despite the challenges , she faced them with determination and volition, refusing to give up on her goals .Sa kabila ng mga hamon, hinarap niya ang mga ito nang may determinasyon at **kagustuhan**, tumangging sumuko sa kanyang mga layunin.
gingerly
[pang-abay]

in a very careful or cautious manner, especially to avoid harm or discomfort

maingat, nang may pag-iingat

maingat, nang may pag-iingat

Ex: They gingerly lifted the injured bird from the ground .**Maingat** nilang inangat ang sugatang ibon mula sa lupa.
intently
[pang-abay]

in a way that shows close focus, deep concentration, or eager attention to something

masinsinan, nakatutok

masinsinan, nakatutok

Ex: She studied the map intently before making her move .**Masyado** niyang pinag-aralan ang mapa bago gumawa ng kanyang hakbang.
vigil
[Pangngalan]

a period of watchfulness, often maintained to protect, monitor, or await something significant

isang pagbabantay, isang pagbabantay

isang pagbabantay, isang pagbabantay

Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)
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