Anakan (en. Offspring)

a-na-kan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The term for offspring of humans or animals.
In every generation, a family has offspring.
Sa bawat henerasyon, may mga anakan ang pamilya.
Can refer to any being that was born or given birth.
The offspring of the birds learn to fly.
Ang mga anakan ng ibon ay natututo ng lumipad.
It is said that parenting is one of the primary roles of a mother or father.
Proper care for the offspring is important.
Mahalaga ang magandang pag-aalaga sa mga anakan.

Etymology

from the root 'anak'

Common Phrases and Expressions

offspring
children that were born
mga anakan

Related Words

child
A person born of another person, commonly used for humans.
anak
breeding
The process of having offspring.
pag-aanak

Slang Meanings

to have children
I hope we have children soon.
Sana magkaanak na kami soon.
to settle down or establish a family
He wants to settle down and have kids too.
Gusto na niyang mananahan at anakan na rin.
children or kids
The kids here are so fun, so much joy!
Ang saya ng mga anakan na ito, ang daming saya!