Mamaalam (en. Farewell)

/mɑːmɑːˈɑːlɑm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A concluding or farewell action towards a person or thing.
They gave a farewell to their friend before he left the country.
Nagbigay sila ng mamaalam sa kanilang kaibigan bago ito umalis sa bansa.
A form of sorrowful farewell depicting emotion.
The farewell of the parents was filled with emotion as she hurried to leave.
Ang mamaalam ng mga magulang ay puno ng damdamin sa kanyang pagmamadaling lumisan.
A ceremony or act concluding a stage or part of life.
The farewell was held at the church for the deceased ancestor.
Ang mamaalam ay isinagawa sa simbahan para sa yumaong ninuno.

Etymology

It is derived from the root word 'alam' which means knowledge or awareness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Farewell now
A statement suggesting farewell.
Mamaalam na
Farewell to the memories
A goodbye accompanied by memories or experiences.
Paalam sa mga alaala

Related Words

departure
The act of leaving or changing location.
alis
smile
A symbol of joy even in farewell.
ngiti

Slang Meanings

Goodbye for now
I have to say goodbye for now, I just need to finish something.
Mamaalam na muna ako, may kailangan lang akong tapusin.
Okay, just take care!
I'm saying goodbye now, okay, just take care!
Mamaalam na ako, sige, ingat na lang!
See you again
I'm saying goodbye, but see you again!
Mamaalam na, pero hanggang sa muli!