Kahangga (en. To the extent)

/kahangga/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adverb
Indicates the limitation or boundary of an action or event.
Honesty is important, to the extent of your safety.
Mahalaga ang katapatan, kahangga sa iyong kaligtasan.
Refers to a condition under which something is true or exists.
His promise is true, to the extent of the challenges.
Ang kanyang pangako ay tunay, kahangga sa mga pagsubok.
Shows a measure of a level or degree.
His ability has grown, to the extent of his effort.
Ang kanyang kakayahan ay lumago, kahangga sa kanyang pagsusumikap.

Etymology

from the word 'hangga' meaning 'until' or 'up to'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to the extent
up to what point
hanggang kahangga

Related Words

until
A word meaning limitation or boundary.
hangga

Slang Meanings

friend
Alright, buddy, see you later at basketball!
Sige, kahangga, kita-kits mamaya sa basketball!
companion
Let's go, mate, we should leave now!
Tara na, kahangga, alis na tayo!
bro
What's up, bro, how's life treating you?
Ano na, kahangga, kamusta na ang buhay mo?
dude
Buddy, you seem really happy, what's going on?
Kahangga, parang ang saya mo, anong meron?