Awang (en. Mercy)

/a.wáŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of having concern for others.
We should be merciful to those in need.
Dapat tayong maging maawain sa mga nangangailangan.
The act of forgiving or helping others despite their mistakes.
He showed his mercy to those who made mistakes.
Ipinakita niya ang kanyang awang sa mga taong nagkamali.
A negative state that can result from suffering or hardship.
The mercy caused by tragedies is felt by the entire town.
Ang awang dulot ng mga trahedya ay nararamdaman ng buong bayan.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'awa' meaning concern or compassion for others.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mercy of God
Expression of having compassion and help from God.
awa ng Diyos
a merciful person
A person who has compassion and gives help to others.
may awang tao

Related Words

sympathy
A word used to express compassion and understanding for others.
awa
compassion
A type of sympathy or understanding of others' situations.
habag

Slang Meanings

wound or cut
Oh no, my knee has a deep wound, I need to get it checked.
Ay naku, ang lalim ng awang ko sa tuhod, kailangan ko nang magpatingin.
eating depression
Don't worry, that's normal. We all have our wounds in life.
Huwag kang mag-alala, normal lang yan. Lahat tayo may awang sa buhay.
the ultimate cry of the heart
Sometimes, having a wound is the ultimate cry of the heart.
Minsan, ang pagkakaroon ng awang ay ang ultimong sigaw ng puso.