Mangalawang (en. Second)

/maŋɡaˈlawang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Describes the second or second chance or level.

He is a second-time college graduate.

Siya ay mangalawang pagkakataon na nagtapos mula sa kolehiyo.

Indicates similarity or resemblance to a previous thing.

The second project has a similar theme to the previous project.

Ang mangalawang proyekto ay may katulad na tema sa naunang proyekto.

from 'mangalawa', a combination of 'mang-' and 'alawa', describing a second chance

second chance

The opportunity to try again or return to a situation.

mangalawang pagkakataon

second

Indicates priority or precedence, often used in situations or actions that come first.

ikalawang

It means having another romantic relationship while currently being in one.

Dude, it looks like you're going to cheat on your new girlfriend again.

Pare, mukhang mangangalawang ka na naman sa bago mong jowa.

Being unfaithful or not loyal to your partner.

I never thought he would cheat; I thought he was loyal.

Hindi ko akalaing mangangalawang siya; akala ko loyal siya.