Diskresyon (en. Discretion)

dis-kres-yon

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The ability or right to make decisions based on one's judgment.
She has discretion in granting benefits to employees.
Mayroon siyang diskresyon sa pagbibigay ng benepisyo sa mga empleyado.
The quality of being careful in expressing secrets or sensitive information.
Discretion is important in matters concerning security.
Mahalaga ang diskresyon sa mga usaping may kinalaman sa seguridad.
The process of considering or thinking before acting regarding a situation.
Discretion is needed in handling clients in business.
Kailangan ng diskresyon sa paghawak ng mga kliyente sa negosyo.

Etymology

from the English word 'discretion'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Use your discretion
Don't condition others to rely on your decisions, use your own judgment.
Gamitin ang iyong diskresyon

Related Words

careful
The quality of being careful and discerning in making decisions.
maingat
ability
The capacity or ability to make wise decisions.
kakayahan

Slang Meanings

ability to keep information secret
I hope you exercise discretion in conversations.
Sana'y maging maingat ka sa iyong diskresyon sa mga usapan.
careful judgment before speaking or acting
You need discretion in choosing your words in front of others.
Kailangan mo ng diskresyon sa pagpili ng salita mo sa harap ng ibang tao.
privacy or being private
Respect her discretion in her personal life.
Igalang ang kanyang diskresyon sa kanyang personal na buhay.