Bigayan (en. Exchange)

bee-ga-yan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of giving one or more items to another person.
The exchange of gifts is a tradition during Christmas.
Ang bigayan ng mga regalo ay isang tradisyon sa Pasko.
The exchange of goods or services between individuals.
In an exchange, both parties benefit.
Sa bigayan, parehong nagkakaroon ng benepisyo ang dalawang panig.

Etymology

from the root word 'bigay' meaning 'to give' or 'to bestow'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gift exchange
the process of exchanging gifts on special occasions.
bigayan ng regalo

Related Words

give
the act of handing over something to a person.
bigay
exchange
the process of discussing or agreeing to exchange goods or services.
palitan

Slang Meanings

Alright, let's just share!
No problem, as long as we share!
Walang problema, basta bigayan lang!
Lend me your stuff, let's just share!
We should just share shoes!
Dapat bigayan lang tayo sa sapatos!
As long as you want it, let's just share!
For friends, that's just sharing!
Para sa mga kaibigan, bigayan lang 'yan!