Giri (en. Obligation)

gee-ree

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An obligation or duty that should be fulfilled to another person.
Helping those in need is a giri in our community.
Ang pagbibigay ng tulong sa mga nangangailangan ay isang giri sa ating komunidad.
Moral responsibility that exists in a relationship.
In their friendship, each has their own giri to uphold.
Sa kanilang pagkakaibigan, may kanya-kanyang giri silang dapat sundin.
An underlying perspective regarding having a debt of gratitude or obligation.
Giri is not just about obligations but also about appreciating debts of gratitude.
Ang giri ay hindi lamang tungkol sa mga obligasyon kundi pati na rin sa pagpapahalaga sa utang na loob.

Etymology

Japanese, from the concept of obligation or moral responsibility.

Common Phrases and Expressions

giri to the family
obligation to family members
giri sa pamilya
giri of a friend
responsibility or obligation to friends
giri ng kaibigan

Related Words

debt of gratitude
A concept that indicates an obligation as a repayment for kindness done.
utang na loob
sacrifice
The act of putting aside one's own interests for the sake of others.
pagsasakripisyo

Slang Meanings

gimmick or party
Where’s the party later? We should be there!
Saan ang giri mamaya? Dapat nandun tayo!
to hang out or chill
Do you want to chill at my house tomorrow?
Gusto mo bang giri sa bahay bukas?