Pabahala (en. Care)
/paˈbaha.la/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term that refers to having a responsibility or duty towards a person or thing.
We have a care for our parents that we must fulfill.
Mayroon tayong pabahala sa ating mga magulang na dapat nating gampanan.
A duty or obligation imposed on a person.
The teachers' care is to impart knowledge to their students.
Ang pabahala ng mga guro ay turuan ang kanilang mga estudyante ng kaalaman.
The act of giving attention or care to a thing or person.
The officials needed care for the situation of the disaster victims.
Kinailangan ng pabahala ng mga opsiyal ang sitwasyon ng mga biktima ng sakuna.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'bala' which refers to a duty or responsibility.
Common Phrases and Expressions
this care is important
This responsibility is very important.
pabahalang ito ay mahalaga
care for children
The care or responsibility given to adults for children.
pabahala sa mga bata
Related Words
care for
The act of giving care or attention to a person or thing.
alagaan
tasks
Activities or responsibilities that require care.
mga gawain
Slang Meanings
Just chill
Dude, just carry my souvenir, I can't carry it anymore.
Pare, pabahala na lang ‘yung pasalubong ko, di ko na kayang buhatin.
No care
For him, he just doesn't care, as long as he's happy.
Sa kanya, pabahala lang, basta masaya siya.
Just relax
Don't worry too much, just let it be.
Huwag masyadong mag-alala, pabahala na lang.
Go with the flow
In situations like this, let's just go with the flow.
Sa mga ganitong pagkakataon, pabahala na lang tayo.