Maykaalaman (en. Knowledgeable)

/maɪkəˈɑlʌmɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who has extensive knowledge in a particular field.
He is a knowledgeable teacher in mathematics.
Siya ay isang maykaalaman na guro sa matematika.
A characteristic of a person who has the ability to understand and provide information.
Being knowledgeable is essential in any profession.
Ang pagiging maykaalaman ay mahalaga sa anumang profesyon.

Etymology

From the word 'may' meaning 'having' and 'kaalaman' meaning 'knowledge'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

knowledgeable about
having skills or knowledge regarding something
may kaalaman sa

Related Words

knowledge
The collection of information or skills learned or acquired.
kaalaman
having
Means 'having' or 'possessing' something or a trait.
mayroon

Slang Meanings

Nerd
My friend is so knowledgeable about science fiction, he's really a geek.
Yung kaibigan ko, sobrang maykaalaman sa mga science fiction, talagang geek siya.
Knowledgeable and smart
Wow, she's the knowledgeable one in the group, we all admire her.
Grabe, si ate ang maykaalaman sa grupo, lahat kami humahanga sa kanya.
Expert
If you have questions, ask Mark, he's the expert on these things.
Kung may katanungan ka, itanong mo kay Mark, siya ang maykaalaman sa mga ganitong bagay.