Napakaingat (en. Very careful)
/na-pa-ka-in-gat/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
An adjective describing extreme carefulness.
Due to the danger, he is very careful in his decisions.
Dahil sa panganib, siya ay napakaingat sa kanyang mga desisyon.
Indicates a cautious and attentive approach.
Being very careful in handling dangerous items is important.
Mahalaga ang pagiging napakaingat sa paghawak ng mga delikadong bagay.
A state of being more cautious than usual.
He needs to be very careful while driving on the narrow road.
Kailangan niyang maging napakaingat habang nagmamaneho sa makipot na daan.
Etymology
Originating from the words 'napaka' and 'ingat'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
very careful person
A person who is extremely careful about their surroundings.
napakaingat na tao
Related Words
caution
The process of being careful or cautious in situations.
pag-iingat
Slang Meanings
super careful
My sibling is very careful with all their stuff, even with their cellphone, always has a case.
Napakaingat ng kapatid ko sa lahat ng gamit niya, pati sa cellphone niya, laging may case.
party pooper
Don't be too careful, it's boring, just enjoy!
Wag ka masyadong napakaingat, nakaka-boring, enjoy lang!
always grumpy
They are so careful that they always look angry, just relax.
Napakaingat niya kaya palaging mukhang nagagalit, relax lang.