Kawanggawa (en. Charity)
ka-wang-ga-wa
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An act of giving assistance to those in need.
Churches often conduct charity for the poor.
Ang mga simbahan ay madalas na nagsasagawa ng kawanggawa para sa mga mahihirap.
An organization that is focused on helping people or communities.
The charity for children cares for orphans.
Ang kawanggawa ng mga bata ay nangangalaga sa mga ulila.
Showing compassion toward others.
Charity is an important part of our culture.
Ang kawanggawa ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng ating kultura.
Etymology
derived from the Spanish 'caridad'
Common Phrases and Expressions
charity for the poor
giving assistance to those with insufficient wealth
kawanggawa sa mga mahihirap
charitable organization
a group that works for the welfare of people
organizasyong kawanggawa
Related Words
donation
the process of giving a donation or assistance.
pag-aabuloy
donations
products or money given to charities.
mga donasyon
Slang Meanings
helping each other
Sometimes, they organize charity events for the homeless because helping each other is important to them.
Minsan, nag-oorganisa sila ng charity event para sa mga walang bahay, kasi mahalaga sa kanila ang pagtulong-tulong sa kapwa.
support
We need sponsors who are willing to give aid for this charity.
Kailangan natin ng mga sponsors na willing mamigay ng ayuda, para sa charity na 'to.
bringer of hope
The donors are truly a bringer of hope for the children in need.
Ang mga donors ay tunay na hatid ng pag-asa para sa mga batang nangangailangan.