Bigaygalang (en. To give respect)
/biɡajˈɡalang/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of giving respect to another person.
Respect is important in our traditions and culture.
Mahalaga ang bigaygalang sa ating mga tradisyon at kultura.
Showing respect to elders or authority figures.
We should give respect to our teachers.
Dapat nating bigyan ng bigaygalang ang mga guro natin.
Etymology
Combination of 'give' and 'respect'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
give respect
to show respect
bigyan ng bigaygalang
Related Words
respect
The recognition and appreciation of a person or thing.
respeto
Slang Meanings
Respect
You should show respect to the elders.
Kailangan ay magbigaygalang sa matatanda.
Politeness
Showing politeness is important in social interactions.
Mahalaga ang pagbibigaygalang sa pakikisama.
Good manners
You should always have good manners, no matter who.
Dapat laging may pagbibigaygalang, kahit kanino.