Mangalaga (en. To care)
maŋa'laga
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of caring for something or someone.
He is good at taking care of the animals on the farm.
Mahusay siyang mangalaga ng mga hayop sa bukirin.
Taking steps to maintain condition or health.
You should take care of your health through proper nutrition.
Dapat mong mangalaga sa iyong kalusugan sa pamamagitan ng tamang pagkain.
Giving attention and care to people or things.
Parents have the duty to care for their children.
Ang mga magulang ay may tungkulin na mangalaga sa kanilang mga anak.
Etymology
from the root word 'alaga'
Common Phrases and Expressions
take care of welfare
to pay attention or value the interests or needs of others
mangalaga ng kapakanan
care for nature
to take care of and protect the environment
mangalaga ng kalikasan
Related Words
care
A word referring to the act of caring or nurturing.
alaga
those in need
People or things that require attention or care.
mga nangangailangan
Slang Meanings
Important
My friends are really important in my life.
Mangalaga talaga yung mga kaibigan ko sa buhay ko.
So worthy
Your achievements are so worthy, wow!
Mangalaga yung mga achievements mo, grabe!
Needed
Time is needed, don't waste it.
Mangalaga ang oras, huwag sayangin.