Bagaman (en. Although)

/baɡaman/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

conjunction

A conjunction used to show despite a condition or situation.

Although the situation is difficult, we did not give up.

Bagaman mahirap ang sitwasyon, hindi kami sumuko.

Indicates doubt or contradiction to a statement.

Although the teacher said the exam was difficult, many still prepared.

Bagaman sinabi ng guro na mahirap ang pagsusulit, marami pa rin ang naghanda.

Describes a condition that does not hinder an action or decision.

Although he was not ready, he participated in the competition.

Bagaman hindi siya handa, lumahok siya sa kumpetisyon.

The word 'bagaman' comes from the word 'baga' meaning 'if' or 'although' and 'man' meaning 'even'.

Although and although

A phrase that emphasizes the difference in situations.

Bagaman at bagaman

but

A conjunction used to present a contrary idea.

ngunit

yet

A more formal conjunction similar to 'but'.

subalit

even though

Even though it's hard, we still need to study.

Bagaman mahirap, kailangan pa rin natin mag-aral.

but

But the food is expensive.

Bagaman masarap ang pagkain, mahal.

however

However, I will still buy the book.

Bagaman wala akong pera, bibili pa rin ako ng libro.