Kaniguan (en. Congregation)
ka-ni-gwan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A group of people gathered for a particular purpose or activity.
The congregation of students gathered in the gymnasium for sports.
Ang kaniguan ng mga estudyante ay nagtipon sa gymnasium para sa palakasan.
An assembly of people performing religious rituals or ceremonies.
The church congregation holds mass every Sunday.
Ang kaniguan ng simbahan ay nagdaos ng misa tuwing Linggo.
The presence of connection or interaction with other people within a group.
Kinship is important in building strong relationships within a family.
Mahalaga ang kaniguan sa pagbuo ng matibay na relasyon sa pamilya.
Etymology
from the Spanish word 'cangguan' meaning 'togetherness' or 'gathering'
Common Phrases and Expressions
family gathering
the coming together of family, important for relationships among each other
kaniguan ng pamilya
church gathering
the gathering of people in a religious place for worship
kaniguan sa simbahan
Related Words
togetherness
The process of forming connections or relationships with others.
pagsasama
community
A group of people sharing the same place or interests.
komunidad
Slang Meanings
Barkada or group of friends
My gang is here, let's eat together!
Nandiyan na ang kaniguan ko, sabay-sabay na tayong kumain!
Companion or a locked-in friend
We stick together through problems, you're my buddy!
Sama-sama tayo sa mga problema, kaniguan ko ka!