Kabansagan (en. Nickname)

ka-ban-sa-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A name or title given to a person that often describes their characteristics or personality.
His nickname is 'the great teacher' because of his skill in teaching.
Ang kanyang kabansagan ay 'ang magaling na guro' dahil sa kanyang husay sa pagtuturo.
An alternative name used instead of a real name.
His friends often use his nickname instead of his real name.
Madalas na ginagamit ng mga kaibigan ang kanyang kabansagan sa halip na kanyang tunay na pangalan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Call me [nickname]
A way of expressing that a person prefers to use their nickname.
Tawagin mo akong [kabansagan]

Related Words

nickname
A common term used among friends or in friendship.
palayaw
given name
A name given to a person from birth.
pangalang ibinigay

Slang Meanings

name or title
His nickname is 'The King of Comedy'.
Yung kabansagan niya ay 'The King of Comedy'.
popular nickname
He is known in this area as a great actor.
Siya ang kabansagan sa lugar na ito bilang magaling na artista.
known identity
Your nickname really suits your personality.
Ang kabansagan mo ay bagay na bagay sa personality mo.