Nakaugalian (en. Habit)
/na-ka-u-ga-li-an/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A thing that is done repeatedly, becoming part of daily life.
Reading a book before sleeping has become my habit.
Ang pagbabasa ng libro bago matulog ay naging nakaugalian ko.
The natural behaviors or traditions passed from one generation to the next.
Having customs is important in culture.
Ang pagkakaroon ng mga nakaugalian ay mahalaga sa kultura.
The trait of a person who becomes accustomed to a specific task.
Having habitual actions helps in our development.
Ang pagkakaroon ng nakaugalian na pagkilos ay nakakatulong sa ating pag-unlad.
Etymology
Derived from the word ugali, meaning behavior or trait.
Common Phrases and Expressions
customs of the town
The traditions and practices of a community.
nakaugalian ng bayan
wish to change the habit
Desire to replace the customary behaviors.
naisin baguhin ang nakaugalian
Related Words
behavior
The characteristics or behavior of a person.
ugali
tradition
Legacies or teachings passed down from ancestors.
tradisyon
Slang Meanings
usually done
Of course, it's our habit to eat together every evening.
Siyempre, nakaugalian na naming kumain ng sabay-sabay pagdating ng gabi.
tradition
The custom in this place is to celebrate Christmas with a joyful gathering.
Ang nakaugalian sa lugar na ito ay ang pagdiriwang ng Pasko na may masayang salo-salo.
normal activity
For me, playing basketball every Sunday has become a habit.
Para sa akin, ang maglaro ng basketball tuwing Linggo ay nakaugalian na.