Magandang asal (en. Good behavior)

/ma.ga.ndang a.sal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Behavior or conduct according to good morals.
The child's good behavior was praised by the teacher.
Ang magandang asal ng bata ay pinuri ng guro.
Conduct considered desirable in society.
Good behavior is something that should be passed on to the next generation.
Ang magandang asal ay isang bagay na dapat ipasa sa susunod na henerasyon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has good behavior
has good conduct
may magandang asal
elevating good behavior
emphasizing the value of good conduct
itinataas ang magandang asal

Related Words

respectable
A person who has a high regard for themselves and others.
kagalang-galang
church behavior
Behavior according to the guidelines set by the church.
simbahang pag-uugali

Slang Meanings

too kind or polite
Wow, you have such good behavior, you're giving everyone snacks here!
Grabe, ang gandang asal mo, lahat ng tao dito binibigyan mo ng snacks!
has respect for others
Even at a young age, he/she already shows good behavior towards elders.
Bata pa lang siya, pero ang ganda na ng asal niya sa mga nakatatanda.
too kind as if expecting nothing in return
His/her behavior is so good, it's like he's/she's always helping others.
Ang ganda ng asal niya, parang lagi lang siyang nagbibigay ng tulong sa iba.