Makaugali (en. Habitual)

/makauˈgali/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Indicates the presence of a habit or belief that has been trained.
It has become his habit to study every morning.
Makaugali na niyang mag-aral tuwing umaga.
Refers to the action of performing a task repeatedly.
It has become her habit to perform various tasks at her job.
Makaugali na niya ang iba't ibang mga gawain sa kanyang trabaho.

Etymology

root word: ugali

Common Phrases and Expressions

habitual
reflecting a habit or behavior.
makaugali na

Related Words

habit
Refers to the consecutive behavior or lifestyle of a person.
ugali
manner
The methods or style of a person's actions.
gawi

Slang Meanings

To be natural or just chill
You just have to be yourself so you won't be nervous on stage.
Kailangan mo lang makaugali para hindi ka kabado sa stage.
To be comfortable
Here at home, we can just be ourselves, no pressure.
Dito sa bahay, makaugali lang tayo, walang pressure.
To be true
With friends, you can just be yourself, there's no judgment.
Sa mga kaibigan, makaugali ka lang, wala namang judgement.