Magalang (en. Polite)

/ma.ga.lang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Having good manners; treating others with respect.

He is a polite child who behaves well with his teacher.

Siya ay isang magalang na bata na kumikilos nang maayos sa kanyang guro.

Showing respect to the conversation partner or the situation.

Being polite is important when speaking to elders.

Mahalaga ang pagiging magalang sa pakikipag-usap sa mga nakatatanda.

A habit of showing respect to others.

Being polite reflects good manners in society.

Ang pagiging magalang ay nagpapakita ng magandang asal sa lipunan.

polite interaction

Respect and good manners in communication with others.

magalang na pakikitungo

to be polite

One should show respect at all times.

maging magalang

respect

Act of acknowledging or showing regard for another person.

paggalang

interaction

Way of engaging with other people.

ugnayan

Sophisticated

Wow, you look so sophisticated today, like you have a meeting at the office!

Grabe, ang sopistikado ng dating mo ngayon, parang may meeting sa opisina!

Proud

He holds his head high when talking to people, really respectful.

Taas-noo siya pag nakikipag-usap sa mga tao, talaga namang magalang.

Dressed like someone's pet (in a good way)

You look like you’re dressed like a rich person's pet, your outfit is beautiful!

Parang bihis ng alaga ka na mayaman, ang ganda ng suot mo!

Good behavior

You have great manners, it's hard to find someone like you.

Ganda ng asal mo, hindi basta-basta makakahanap ng gaya mo.