Ego (en. Ego)

ɛɡoʊ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the psyche that represents self-awareness and a person's personality.
His ego is very high, causing his arrogance.
Ang kanyang ego ay labis na mataas, na nagiging sanhi ng kanyang pagkamataas.
Awareness or perception of one's self-worth.
He needs to lower his ego to communicate more effectively.
Kailangan niyang bawasan ang kanyang ego upang makipag-ugnayan ng mas epektibo.
A person's identification of themselves.
The ego is important in building a positive personality.
Ang ego ay mahalaga sa pagbuo ng isang positibong pagkatao.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'ego' meaning 'I'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the ego was elevated
had excessive pride in oneself.
napataas ang ego
egotist
person excessively focused on oneself.
egotista

Related Words

self-esteem
A person's perception of their own worth or ability.
self-esteem

Slang Meanings

overly emotional or self-centered attitude
It seems like his ego is too much, he has left many people behind.
Parang sobra na ang ego niya, dami nang naiwan na tao sa likod.
someone with a big head or inflated ego
Don't talk to him, he has a big head like those who have an ego.
Huwag mong kausapin 'yan, mahangin ang ulo ng mga taong may ego.
show off or act like a know-it-all
His ego is so high, he always shows off in front of everyone.
Ang taas naman ng ego niya, pabibo sa lahat ng tao.