Banganan (en. Awakening)

/baŋˈɡanan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of awakening or rising from a state of sleep or ignorance.
The awakening of her consciousness brought changes to her life.
Ang banganan ng kanyang kamalayan ay nagdala ng mga pagbabago sa kanyang buhay.
A process of understanding or viewing new ideas.
The awakening in his mind inspired him to change his perspective.
Ang banganan sa kanyang isip ay nagbigay sa kanya ng inspirasyon upang baguhin ang kanyang pananaw.
A symbol of new beginnings or opportunities.
The awakening of the sunrise brought hope to the people.
Ang banganan ng sikat ng araw ay nagdala ng pag-asa sa mga tao.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'bangon'

Common Phrases and Expressions

awakening of the mind
The process of discovering or understanding new ideas.
banganan ng isip
awakening of a person
The beginning of a new life or opportunity.
banganan ng isang tao

Related Words

rise
The act of remembering or rising from sleep or distress.
bangon

Slang Meanings

Here, 'banganan' means an exit or a place to climb, often used in streets.
Over there at the banganan, we'll quickly get to the top!
Doon sa banganan, mabilis tayong makakaakyat sa itaas!
In slang, 'banganan' is often used for events or parties on top of a building.
There's a party at the banganan later, let's go!
May party sa banganan mamaya, tara na!