Pabuya (en. Reward)

/pabúya/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A payment or reward given as recognition for a good deed or service.
He gave a reward to those who helped him.
Nagbigay siya ng pabuya sa mga tumulong sa kanya.
An amount of money offered to encourage others to do a particular thing.
A reward was announced for anyone who could provide information about the missing person.
Inanunsyo ang pabuya para sa sinumang makapagbibigay ng impormasyon tungkol sa nawawalang tao.
A recognition or reward given to an individual when they succeed in a challenge.
After his success, he received a reward from his teacher.
Matapos ang kanyang tagumpay, tumanggap siya ng pabuya mula sa kanyang guro.

Etymology

the term 'pabuya' is used in dialects and local languages in the Philippines.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reward for the diligent
Reward for those who work hard.
pabuya sa masipag
reward for knowledge
Reward for those who provide information or knowledge.
pabuya sa kaalaman

Related Words

reward
An item, often money, given in recognition of a special effort or success.
gantimpala
prize
A reward often given to winners in competitions or contests.
premyo

Slang Meanings

Coins or a small amount given as a treat or tip.
Because of his kind help, I gave him a tip of 100 pesos.
Dahil sa mabait na pagtulong niya, binigyan ko siya ng pabuya na 100 pesos.
Like a prize or reward given for good deeds.
He covered the extra work, so I told him, 'Come on, you have a reward!'
Kinover niya yung extra work, kaya sabi ko, 'Lika, may pabuya ka!'