Ignoransya (en. Ignorance)
/iɡ.no.ˈran.sja/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Lack of knowledge or information about something.
Ignorance of the laws leads to problems in society.
Ang ignoransya ukol sa mga batas ay nagdudulot ng mga problema sa lipunan.
State of not knowing or not understanding.
Ignorance should not be a reason to avoid trying new experiences.
Hindi dapat maging dahilan ang ignoransya upang hindi subukan ang mga bagong karanasan.
Having a lack of knowledge that may hinder proper decision-making.
Ignorance about health issues can negatively impact our condition.
Ang ignoransya sa mga usaping pangkalusugan ay maaaring makasama sa ating kalagayan.
Etymology
from the Latin word 'ignorantia' meaning lack of knowledge or information.
Common Phrases and Expressions
do not neglect ignorance
Neglecting a lack of knowledge can lead to negative consequences.
huwag mag-ingat sa ignoransya
Related Words
knowledge
Refers to information or data acquired through experience or study.
kaalaman
truth
Things that really happened and can be proven.
katotohanan
Slang Meanings
I don't care at all.
He's just ignoring everything in the conversation.
Ignoransya na lang siya sa lahat ng usapan.
Just being carefree.
He just doesn't want to get involved, he's just ignoring it.
Ayaw na lang niya makialam, ignoransya lang siya.
Just go on with life.
Just ignore it, I won't listen to him anymore.
Ignoransya na lang, di ko na siya pakikinggan.
No involvement.
For them, just ignoring is the game.
Sa kanila, ignoransya lang ang labanan.