Mapaalikik (en. Nurturing)
/ma.pa.a.li.kik/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Shows care and love.
Her nurturing attitude proves that she is a good teacher.
Ang kanyang mapaalikik na ugali ay nagpapatunay na siya ay isang mabuting guro.
Has the quality of providing protection and support.
Children need a nurturing environment to grow up well.
Kailangan ng mapaalikik na kapaligiran ang mga bata upang sila ay lumaki ng maayos.
Strengthens emotional and mental aspects.
Nurturing companionship is important in building good relationships.
Ang mapaalikik na pakikisama ay mahalaga sa pagbuo ng magandang relasyon.
Etymology
from the root words 'alikik' and 'mapaalaga'
Common Phrases and Expressions
nurturing mother
A mother who provides a high level of care to her children.
mapaalikik na ina
nurturing teacher
A teacher who advocates for providing emotional and intellectual support.
mapaalikik na guro
Related Words
care
Care provided to people or animals.
alaga
nurturing
The act or activity of caring and providing support.
pag-aaruga
Slang Meanings
colorful life
His life is really lively, full of joy and happiness!
Ang buhay niya ay talagang mapaalikik, puno ng saya at saya!
fun to be with
When he's there, everything becomes lively.
Kapag nandiyan siya, ang lahat ay nagiging mapaalikik.