Pagaani (en. Preparation)
pa-ga-a-ni
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of preparation or arrangement before an activity or event.
The harvesting of vegetables is done at the right time.
Ang pagaani ng mga gulay ay ginagawa sa tamang panahon.
The action of reviewing and arranging things for a specific purpose.
The gathering of materials for their project was necessary.
Kinailangan ang pagaani ng mga gamit para sa kanilang proyekto.
Activity aimed at preparing people or things before an event.
The preparations for the wedding started weeks before the date.
Ang pagaani para sa kasal ay nagsimula ilang linggo bago ang petsa.
Etymology
the root word 'gawain' with the affix 'pag-' that denotes an action or process.
Common Phrases and Expressions
harvesting of grains
Executing steps to collect harvested products.
pagaani ng mga butil
training and preparation
Preparation and review of necessary equipment and skills.
pagsasanay at pagaani
Related Words
task
An activity or job carried out to achieve a goal.
gawain
activity
A specific task done for a purpose or objective.
aktibidad
Slang Meanings
Focusing on family or friends
In the end, the harvest is for the family.
Basta sa huli, ang pagaani ay para sa pamilya.
Return of good things
Now that he gave, I’m sure there will be harvest in his life.
Ngayon na nagbigay siya, sigurado akong may pagaani sa kanyang buhay.
Success or good result
His harvest in the exam is truly impressive!
Ang pagaani niya sa exam ay talagang kahanga-hanga!