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    Ampon (en. Adopted child)

    ˈam.pon

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A child who is legally adopted by parents.
    The adopted child has the same rights to family inheritance.
    Ang ampon ay may parehong mga karapatan sa pamanang pamilya.
    A person who is not a biological child but is considered part of the family.
    In their family, the adopted child was accepted as if they were a biological child.
    Sa kanilang pamilya, ang ampon ay tinanggap na parang tunay na anak.

    Etymology

    Refers to the word 'ampo' from Spanish 'adoptar'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chosen by fate
    A person who seems to be chosen by destiny to be part of a family.
    ampon ng tadhana

    Related Words

    adoption
    The process of legally accepting a child into your family.
    pag-ampon

    Slang Meanings

    In terms of friendship or camaraderie, it refers to someone being part of the group or family even if not by blood.
    It's like I'm already adopted into your friend group, I'm always with you!
    Parang ampon na rin ako sa barkadahan niyo, lagi na akong kasama!
    Refers to someone who is taken in or accepted by a group, like a 'guest' or 'new buddy.'
    The party was so much fun, that's why I invited him, he's like a new buddy to the fun!
    Sobrang saya ng party, kaya sinama ko siya, ampon na rin siya sa fun!