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    Kaunahan (en. Precedence)

    kau-na-han

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The state of having a higher status or priority over others.
    The precedence of the elderly should be respected.
    Ang kaunahan ng mga matatandang tao ay dapat igalang.
    The state of having the first instance or position in something.
    He secured the precedence in line for the concert.
    Nasiguro niya ang kaunahan sa linya para sa konsyerto.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'una' meaning 'first' or 'earliest'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    there's precedence
    There is a higher priority or strength of position.
    merong kaunahan

    Related Words

    first
    The term referring to the first part or order.
    una
    precedence process
    The process or situation of determining precedence.
    pagkaunahan

    Slang Meanings

    Grabbed immediately
    Take that, it's a first come, first served!
    Kunin mo na 'yan, kaunahan na lang!
    Snatching or taking from someone
    I won't let myself be taken from; this is first come first served!
    Di ako papayag na agawan ako, kaunahan ito!
    Bravery to go first
    Be brave, it's first come first served!
    Lakasan mo ng loob mo, kaunahan na ito!