Maparaan (en. Resourceful)

/ma.pa.ran/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Shows the ability to find a way or solution in a situation.
He is resourceful in his projects.
Siya ay maparaan sa kanyang mga proyekto.
Quick to think of alternative methods.
You need to be resourceful in addressing challenges.
Kailangang maging maparaan sa pagtugon sa mga hamon.
Never runs out of ideas or solutions even in difficulties.
Being resourceful helps to increase business revenue.
Ang pagiging maparaan ay nakatutulong sa pagtataas ng kita ng negosyo.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'para' which means 'method'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

resourceful in life
Ability to find ways to succeed in life.
maparaan sa buhay
resourceful in business
Ability to find strategies to succeed in business.
maparaan sa negosyo

Related Words

ability
Possessed skill or capability to find solutions.
kakayahan
idea
A perspective or proposal that can aid in formulating a solution.
ideya

Slang Meanings

creative or artistic in finding solutions
He's so resourceful in creating gadgets from old stuff.
Sobrang maparaan siya sa pagbuo ng mga gadget mula sa mga lumang gamit.
deceptive or tricky
That person might be just clever with their words, but you shouldn't trust them.
Baka maparaan lang yan sa mga sinasabi, pero hindi mo dapat siya pagkatiwalaan.
diligent and hardworking
He is really resourceful in business, that's why they have prospered.
Talagang maparaan siya sa negosyo, kaya naman umunlad na sila.