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    Manggagaod (en. Fisherman)

    /maŋˈɡaɡaod/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who catches fish from bodies of water.
    The fisherman started early in the morning to catch fish.
    Ang manggagaod ay nagsimula nang maaga sa umaga para manghuli ng isda.
    A profession or activity focused on catching fish.
    Many fishermen rely on their catch to sustain their livelihood.
    Maraming manggagaod ang umaasa sa kanilang mga huli upang makabuhay.
    A person who earns a living from their catch of fish.
    He is known in their village as a hardworking fisherman.
    Kilala siya sa kanilang bayan bilang isang masipag na manggagaod.

    Etymology

    The word 'manggagaod' comes from the root word 'gaod' which means 'to pull' or 'to catch' fish from water.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fisherman on the shore
    A fisherman working on the shores or beach.
    manggagaod sa baybayin
    shark fisherman
    A specialized type of fisherman who catches sharks.
    manggagaod ng pating

    Related Words

    fishing
    The activity of catching fish.
    pangingisda
    fish
    The sea creatures commonly caught by fishermen.
    isda

    Slang Meanings

    A pretentious or slim person who often acts manly.
    He's that manggagaod who usually hangs out with taller guys.
    Siya yung manggagaod na madalas sumasama sa mga mas matatangkad na lalaki.
    A person who loves adventure or trying new things.
    Come on, let’s go for it! Because I'm the type who fits the description of a manggagaod.
    Tara na, suway tayo! Ako kasi, pasok ako sa tawag na manggagaod.
    Someone who loves to go along with trends or fads.
    There are so many manggagaod in school, a lot of them follow the trend.
    Ang daming manggagaod sa eskwelahan, ang daming sumusunod sa uso.