Gampan (en. To express)

/ɡamˈpan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To make a way to show or express something.
We should express our feelings with honesty.
Dapat tayong gampan ng ating mga damdamin nang may katapatan.
To undertake in order to achieve a goal or objective.
He needs to devise a good plan for the project.
Kailangan niyang gampan ang isang magandang plano para sa proyekto.

Etymology

Nagmula ito sa salitang ugat na 'gampan' na nangangahulugang 'upang ipahayag o ipakita.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

express the purpose
to express the aim
gampan ang layunin

Related Words

expression
The process of conveying ideas or feelings.
pagpapahayag

Slang Meanings

do everything to achieve something
I will do everything for you, so don't worry.
Gagampanin ko ang lahat para sa'yo, kaya huwag kang mag-alala.
responsibility or obligation
You need to fulfill your role in the project.
Kailangan mong gampanan ang iyong papel sa proyekto.
be ready and commit to something
If you want to win, you must do your part in the training.
Kung gusto mong manalo, dapat mong gampanin ang iyong bahagi ng training.