Pagangkop (en. Adaptation)

pa-gang-kop

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of change to fit into a new condition or environment.
The adaptation of animals to their environment is crucial for their survival.
Ang pagangkop ng mga hayop sa kanilang kapaligiran ay mahalaga para sa kanilang kaligtasan.
Modification or adjustment of tools or equipment to become more suitable for a specific purpose.
The adaptation of tools for exam takers makes their studying easier.
Ang pagangkop ng mga kagamitan para sa mga pumapasok sa eksaminasyon ay nagpapadali sa kanilang pag-aaral.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'angkop', meaning suitable or fitting.

Common Phrases and Expressions

adaptation to a new culture
The process of adjusting to the customs and traditions of another culture.
pagangkop sa bagong kultura

Related Words

suitable
Means appropriate or fitting for a particular situation.
angkop
arrangement
Refers to the process of arranging or modifying to fit.
pagsasaayos

Slang Meanings

understanding in various situations
With so many funny moments, we quickly adapted to each other.
Sa dami ng nakakatawang moments, mabilis kaming nag-pagangkop sa isat-isa.
adaptation or adjustment to a new situation
I need to adapt to my new job first.
Kailangan ko munang mag-pagangkop sa bagong trabaho ko.
adapting or adjusting to people or things
It's hard for me to fit in with their group because I'm not used to it.
Mahira ang pagangkop ko sa grupo nila kasi hindi ako sanay.