Bagongbuhay (en. New life)
/bɐˈɡoŋˈbuhay/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A new beginning or perspective in life.
He wants to have a new life after the challenges he faced.
Nais niyang magkaroon ng bagongbuhay pagkatapos ng mga pagsubok na kanyang naranasan.
A state of existence full of hope and new opportunities.
The new life brings inspiration for him to continue his dreams.
Ang bagongbuhay ay nagdadala ng inspirasyon sa kanya upang ipagpatuloy ang kanyang mga pangarap.
An opportunity to change and improve one’s life.
After a difficult time, he found his new life.
Matapos ang mahirap na panahon, natagpuan niya ang kanyang bagongbuhay.
Etymology
From the words 'bagong' (new) and 'buhay' (life)
Common Phrases and Expressions
to start a new life
To start a new life.
magsimula ng bagongbuhay
new life filled with hope
A new life filled with hope.
bagongbuhay ng pag-asa
Related Words
change
A process of change or growth in life.
pagbabago
hope
A positive outlook or hope for the future.
pag-asa
Slang Meanings
New beginning or fresh start
I just graduated, so it feels like I have a fresh start now.
Kaka-graduate ko lang, kaya parang bagongbuhay na ako ngayon.
Reinventing oneself
I haven't been happy for a long time, but now I'm trying to reinvent myself.
Matagal na akong hindi masaya, pero ngayon, sinisikap kong magkaroon ng bagongbuhay.
Turning over a new leaf
I want to turn over a new leaf after everything that has happened to me.
Nais kong magkaroon ng bagongbuhay pagkatapos ng lahat ng nangyari sa akin.