Kunggayon (en. If so)

/kuŋˈga.jon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adverb
It is used to express a condition or give a summary of a situation.
If so, we need to prepare well for the upcoming event.
Kunggayon, kailangan nating maghanda nang mabuti para sa darating na kaganapan.
A statement that links to a condition expressed in a previous statement.
She said it was fine, if so we chose to continue.
Sinabi niyang okay lang ito, kunggayon ay pinili naming magpatuloy.

Etymology

Combined from 'kung' and 'gayon' meaning 'if this way' or 'in this manner'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

If so, we will cooperate.
If that is the case, we will collaborate.
Kunggayon, tayo'y magtulungan.
If so, we will see each other tomorrow.
If that is the case, we will meet tomorrow.
Kunggayon, makikita tayo bukas.

Related Words

if
A conjunction used to express a condition.
kung
so
A word used to refer to a state or manner.
gayon

Slang Meanings

Like, kind of.
He's kind of like that, but it's not true.
Kunggayon na siya, pero hindi naman totoo.
They say, supposedly.
They say that's the reason why he isn't coming to class.
Kunggayon na raw ang dahilan kung bakit hindi siya pumapasok.
Just talk, mere gossip.
The talk was just that, no basis at all.
Yung kunggayon na lang sa usapan, wala naman talagang basehan.