Bigyangbisa (en. Empower)

/biɡjaŋˈbisa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To enable or empower.
Education empowers people to achieve their dreams.
Ang edukasyon ay nagbibigyangbisa sa mga tao upang makamit ang kanilang mga pangarap.
To give authority to a person or group.
It's important to empower the youth to participate in decisions.
Mahalaga na bigyangbisa natin ang mga kabataan na sumali sa mga desisyon.

Etymology

This word originated from 'bigya' meaning 'to give' and 'bisa' meaning 'power' or 'effect'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

empower oneself
To strengthen one's faith and abilities.
bigyangbisa ang sarili

Related Words

power
The ability to influence or make decisions.
kapangyarihan
implementation
The process of doing or fulfilling something.
pagsasagawa

Slang Meanings

Help or support to someone.
Sure, I'll give you help on your project to make it easier.
Sige, bigyangbisa kita sa project mo para mas mapadali.
Giving an opportunity or favor.
Give me a favor by getting the concert ticket.
Bigyangbisa mo ako sa pagkuha ng ticket sa concert.