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    Mapanaigan (en. Dominant)

    /ma.pa.na.i.ɡan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Shows power or dominion.
    His dominant disposition comes from his high position in the company.
    Ang kanyang mapanaigan na disposisyon ay nagmula sa kanyang mataas na posisyon sa kumpanya.
    Often used to describe a person, group, or idea that prevails.
    The leaders' actions are dominant over their constituents.
    Mapanaigan ang pagkilos ng mga lider sa kanilang mga nasasakupan.

    Etymology

    From the word 'panaig' which means to have power or dominion.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dominant culture
    A culture that has dominance or influence over others.
    mapanaigan na kultura

    Related Words

    to prevail
    The word 'panaig' means to have power or to lead.
    panaig

    Slang Meanings

    resourceful
    My older brother is very resourceful; he always has a strategy for life.
    Sobrang mapanaigan ang kuya ko, lagi siyang may diskarte sa buhay.
    creative
    His ideas are incredibly resourceful and creative.
    Ang mga ideya niya ay sobrang mapanaigan at malikhain.
    tactical
    He can save the situation because he is resourceful and tactical.
    Kaya niyang iligtas ang sitwasyon dahil siya ay mapanaigan at taktikal.