Kaligiran (en. Environment)

[ka-li-gi-ran]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or environment where there are people, objects, or events.
The environment of their community is full of facilities for children.
Ang kaligiran ng kanilang komunidad ay puno ng mga pasilidad para sa mga bata.
The total natural resources and conditions surrounding humans.
The environment is important for human health.
Mahalaga ang kaligiran sa kalusugan ng mga tao.

Etymology

The word 'kaligiran' comes from the word 'ligiran' meaning surrounding or environment.

Common Phrases and Expressions

health environment
The factors in the surroundings that affect human health.
kaligiran sa kalusugan
environmental issues
The problems related to the environment.
mga isyu sa kaligiran

Related Words

nature
The totality of natural creations, including land, water, and organisms.
kalikasan
ecology
The study of the relationships between organisms and their environment.
ekolohiya

Slang Meanings

someone who creates a good atmosphere.
Every party that he organizes is so lively!
Sobrang kaligiran ang bawat party na siya ang nag-organize!.
a joyful gathering.
Wow, it was so fun in the family gathering during Christmas!
Grabe, ang saya-saya sa kaligiran ng pamilya noong Pasko!