Halaga (en. Value)

ha-la-ga

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Value refers to the understanding or appreciation of something.
The value of education is important for a person's development.
Mahalaga ang halaga ng edukasyon sa pag-unlad ng isang tao.
It may refer to the monetary value or economic value.
The value of the dollar has increased in the market.
Ang halaga ng dolyar ay tumaas sa merkado.
Value can be related to the worth of a product or service.
We should assess the value of the product before purchasing.
Dapat suriin ang halaga ng produkto bago bumili.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'valora' which means value or importance.

Common Phrases and Expressions

value of life
The importance of life and how it is valued.
halaga ng buhay
value of money
Refers to the value or utility of money.
halaga ng pera

Related Words

appreciation
Refers to the valuation or appreciation of things or people.
pahalaga
equivalent
Refers to something that has the same value or worth.
katumbas

Slang Meanings

cost or value of something
What is the cost of your cellphone?
Anong halaga ng cellphone mo?
importance or worth
Seriously, you are important to me.
Seryoso, mahalaga ka sa akin.
price tag in a laid-back way
I don’t plan to buy that yet because it's too costly.
Wala pa akong balak bilhin 'yan, kasi mahalaga masyado.
shoutout for something valuable
Shoutout to the value of friends, not just colleagues.
Shoutout sa halaga ng mga kaibigan, hindi lang basta kasamahan.