Kabatakan (en. Development)

/kabaˈtakɐn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An opportunity or situation that shows development or change.
The development of his art is evident in his new creations.
Ang kabatakan ng kanyang sining ay kitang-kita sa mga bagong likha niya.
Counting the steps or processes towards a goal.
Development in the plan is necessary to ensure success.
Kinakailangan ang kabatakan sa plano upang matiyak ang tagumpay.
The act of improving or growing something.
There is development in his personal life that should be celebrated.
Mayroong kabatakan sa kanyang personal na buhay na dapat ipagdiwang.

Etymology

Tagalog word derived from 'bata' meaning 'young person'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Development of the economy
Growth or advancement of the economy of a place or country.
Kabatakan ng ekonomiya
Development of a person
Growth or learning of an individual.
Kabatakan ng tao

Related Words

development
The process of achieving a higher level or quality.
pag-unlad
modern
Related to modern ideas or inventions.
makabagong

Slang Meanings

friend or acquaintance
Let's go, buddy! Let's drink later.
Sama tayo, kabatakan! Mag-inuman tayo mamaya.
partner or life companion
He/she is my buddy in all my activities.
Siya ang kabatakan ko sa lahat ng gawain ko.
favorite or close friend
Let's go to the mall, buddy! It's been a while since we last saw each other.
Punta tayo sa mall, kabatakas! Ang tagal na nating hindi nagkikita.