Itinatangi (en. Chosen)

/i.ti.ná.tan.gi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Conveys a message of exclusivity or special consideration.
He/she prefers that sport over other games.
Itinatangi niya ang isport na iyon kaysa sa ibang mga laro.
A verb that refers to something or someone that is chosen or preferred.
He/she chooses his food over all others.
Itinatangi niya ang kanyang pagkain mula sa lahat ng iba.
Refers to the perspective or feeling of having a high regard for a person or thing.
Parents cherish their children.
Itinatangi ng mga magulang ang kanilang mga anak.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'tangi' meaning chosen or selected.

Common Phrases and Expressions

beloved by the heart
the person or thing that is dearly loved or valued.
itinatangi ng puso
cherished in life
the most important or beloved thing to a person.
itinatangi sa buhay

Related Words

select
Shows distinction or special attribute.
tangi
chosen
The process of selecting one thing from others.
pili

Slang Meanings

most important
He/She is the most important person in my life.
Siyang itinatangi ko sa buhay ko.
favorite
That's my favorite food - pizza!
Yun ang itinatangi kong pagkain - pizza!
special
He/She is the special one in our group of friends.
Siya ang itinatangi sa grupo naming barkada.