Kalamangan (en. Advantage)
/ka-la-ma-ngan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition or quality that provides favor or benefit.
His advantage in the field of sports led to his success.
Ang kanyang kalamangan sa larangan ng sport ay nagbigay daan sa kanyang tagumpay.
Having greater benefits compared to others.
The company's advantage in the market is due to their high-quality products.
Ang kalamangan ng kumpanya sa merkado ay dahil sa kanilang mataas na kalidad ng produkto.
A condition that provides a better chance or outcome.
This advantage gave them a greater chance of winning the competition.
Ang kalamangan na ito ay nagbigay sa kanila ng higit na tsansa na manalo sa kompetisyon.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'lamang' with the prefix 'ka-' indicating a state or quality.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Advantages and disadvantages
Refers to the positive and negative aspects of a situation.
Kalamangan at kahinaan
To be advantageous
To gain benefit or favor in a situation.
Maging kalamangan
Related Words
advantage
A condition that provides favors to a person or group.
bentahe
competition
A situation where many people compete for success.
kompetisyon
Slang Meanings
advantage or benefit
You have an advantage over them because you have more experience.
May kalamangan ka sa kanila dahil mas marami kang karanasan.
edge or upper hand
It's fine, I already have an edge in mind for the project.
Ayos lang, may kalamangan na akong naiisip para sa proyekto.