Bigyangbuhay (en. Give life)

/ˌbiɡjaŋˈbuhay/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Indicates an action of giving life to a person or thing.
His ideas bring art to life in knowledge.
Ang kanyang mga ideya ay bigyangbuhay ang sining sa kaalaman.
Giving force or energy to something that seems lifeless.
The music gave life to her movements.
Ang musika ay nagbigay ng buhay sa kanyang mga aksyon.
Creating a new behavior or perspective in a person or situation.
She wants to give life to the dreams of the youth.
Nais niyang bigyangbuhay ang mga pangarap ng kabataan.

Etymology

Combination of the words 'give' and 'life'

Common Phrases and Expressions

give life to dreams
Emphasizing the importance of helping others achieve their aspirations.
bigyangbuhay ang mga pangarap

Related Words

life
Expresses the condition of being alive or the state of existence.
buhay

Slang Meanings

promoting life
We need to give life to projects for the youth.
Kailangan natin bigyangbuhay ang mga proyekto para sa mga kabataan.
starting a new opportunity
I decided to give life to my dreams abroad.
Nagdesisyon akong bigyangbuhay ang aking mga pangarap sa abroad.
giving value
We should give life to the traditions of our ancestors.
Dapat nating bigyangbuhay ang mga tradisyon ng ating mga ninuno.
bringing something to life
The pictures in the exhibit give life to the history of the place.
Ang mga litrato sa exhibit ay bigyangbuhay ang kasaysayan ng lugar.