Nananagot (en. Accountable)

/nanɐnɐɡɪt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of accepting responsibility for a task or situation.
He is accountable for his decisions.
Siya ay nananagot sa kanyang mga desisyon.
Taking responsibility for a mistake or shortcoming.
He is accountable for his mistake.
Nananagot siya sa kanyang pagkakamali.
Being responsible for the actions of a person or group.
Leaders are accountable for what happens in their jurisdiction.
Nananagot ang mga lider sa mga nangyayari sa kanilang nasasakupan.

Etymology

from the word 'pananagot' meaning responsibility or accountability.

Common Phrases and Expressions

accountable for one's life
responsible for one's life or actions
nananagot sa buhay

Related Words

responsibility
the challenge of responsibility or accountability for actions.
pananagot
responsibility
the quality of being accountable or responsible.
responsibilidad

Slang Meanings

Looking foolish or feeling embarrassed
Mark was embarrassed earlier when he saw Anne buying flowers for someone else.
Nananagot si Mark kanina nung nakitang bumili ng bulaklak si Anne para sa iba.
Asking for forgiveness or showing remorse
Sarah is making amends for the mistake she made to her friend.
Nananagot si Sarah sa ginawa niyang pagkakamali sa kanyang kaibigan.