Magsanggalang (en. To protect)

/magsang-ga-lang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An action or behavior that means to provide protection to a person or thing.

We need to protect the children in front of danger.

Kailangan nating magsanggalang sa mga bata sa harap ng panganib.

The act of taking steps to ensure the safety of a person or group.

We should protect our own rights.

Dapat tayong magsanggalang sa ating sariling mga karapatan.

The action aimed at promoting the welfare of a person or community.

Let's protect those in need.

Magsanggalang tayo para sa mga nangangailangan.

from the root word 'sanggalang' meaning protection or care.

protecting nature

the act of protecting nature and the environment.

magsanggalang sa kalikasan

self-protection

to act in order to ensure one's own safety.

magsanggalang sa sarili

sanggalang

it contains the idea of protection or care.

sanggalang

salungat

it represents the idea of resisting danger.

salungat

To have high regard

We should show respect to our peers to maintain a good relationship.

Dapat tayong magsanggalang sa ating mga kapwa para mapanatili ang magandang samahan.

Self-respect

We need to have respect for ourselves and our decisions.

Kailangan natin magsanggalang sa ating sarili at sa ating mga desisyon.

Take it to heart

When I say you should respect, take it to heart because it's important.

Kapag sinabi kong magsanggalang ka, itaga mo sa bato, dahil importante ito.