Kamagaral (en. Embrace)

/ka-ma-ga-ral/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who loves to embrace or support others.
The embrace is famous in his town because of his kindness.
Ang kamagaral ay sikat sa kanilang bayan dahil sa kanyang kabaitan.
Someone who is close to others, often with care.
He is known as a close associate in his family and friends.
Kilalang kamagaral siya sa kanyang pamilya at kaibigan.

Etymology

From the word 'kama' meaning bed or sleeping place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

embrace of the heart
A person who is always there for you in difficult times.
kamagaral ng puso

Related Words

hug
An act of holding the body to show love or support.
yakap

Slang Meanings

Student firestarter
A kamagaral helped us with the project.
Isang kamagaral ang tumulong sa amin sa proyekto.
Extremely hardworking student
He really is a kamagaral, always prepared for class.
Siya talaga yung kamagaral, laging handa sa klase.
Bookworm or nerd student
Marco always carries a lot of books, he really is a kamagaral.
Puro libro ang dala ni Marco, talagang kamagaral siya.