Mapagbigyan (en. Accommodating)

ma-pag-big-yan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Refers to the ability to provide favor or help to others.
He is accommodating to his friends at all times.
Siya ay mapagbigyan sa kanyang mga kaibigan sa tuwina.
Shows willingness to listen or cooperate.
An accommodating person is always willing to understand others' perspectives.
Ang mapagbigyang tao ay laging handang umintindi ng pananaw ng iba.
A trait of someone who cares for others.
Being accommodating shows true friendship.
Ang pagiging mapagbigyan ay nagpapakita ng tunay na pagkakaibigan.

Etymology

From the word 'bigyan' which means to give, and 'mapag' which indicates the ability to do.

Common Phrases and Expressions

accommodating in time
Ready and reliable in giving time to others.
mapagbigyan sa oras
accommodating in assistance
Willing to help others in their needs.
mapagbigyan sa tulong

Related Words

help
The act of giving assistance or support.
pagtulong
fellowship
The interaction and relationship with fellow human beings.
pakikipagkapwa

Slang Meanings

someone or something easy to talk to
Our boss is very accommodating, so we always get time for leisure activities.
Sobrang mapagbigyan ng boss namin, kaya lagi kaming nakakakuha ng oras para sa mga libangan.
someone or something easy to get along with
I'm happy that he became my friend; he's truly accommodating in everything.
Masaya ako na naging kaibigan ko siya, talagang mapagbigyan siya sa lahat ng bagay.
generous or giving
The people here are very generous; they always have something to offer to others.
Sobrang mapagbigyan ng mga tao dito, lagi silang may handog na tulong sa iba.