Mahabag (en. Compassion)
/mah-ah-bahg/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The feeling of pity or sympathy for others.
He showed compassion for the victims of the storm.
Nagpakita siya ng mahabag sa mga biktima ng bagyo.
The act of caring for others.
The compassion in his heart is truly special.
Ang mahabag ng kanyang puso ay talagang napaka-espesyal.
A behavior that promotes recognition and care for others' feelings.
Compassion is needed to help those in need.
Mahabag ang kinakailangan upang matulungan ang mga nangangailangan.
Etymology
Ancient Tagalog
Common Phrases and Expressions
show compassion
Calling for the presence of pity or sympathy.
mahabag ka
compassion for others
Having care and understanding for other people.
mahabag sa kapwa
Related Words
pity
A feeling of sympathy or compassion for a person or situation.
pagkaawa
cultivation of compassion
The process of fostering pity and care for others.
pagsasaawa
Slang Meanings
Poor thing
That poor child, right? It seems like they are going through so much.
Sobrang kawawa naman yung bata, di ba? Parang ang dami niyang pinagdaraanan.
Heartache
My heart aches for everything that has happened to them.
Ang sakit ng loob ko sa lahat ng nangyari sa kanya.
Such a pity
Such a pity for him, he's always alone.
Kawawa naman siya, palaging nag-iisa.