Paganglaw (en. Elevation)
/paˈgaŋlaw/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of being higher or elevated.
His elevation in rank at work brought joy to his family.
Ang paganglaw ng kanyang ranggo sa trabaho ay nagdulot ng kasiyahan sa kanyang pamilya.
A process that causes lifting or changing of state.
The elevation of nature is important for our future generations.
Ang paganglaw ng kalikasan ay mahalaga para sa ating mga susunod na henerasyon.
Etymology
The word 'paganglaw' comes from the root word 'anglaw' which means lifting or moving away from a heavier condition.
Common Phrases and Expressions
changes and elevation
changes that bring about lifting or progress
mga pagbabago at paganglaw
Related Words
lifting
The action of raising something or someone from a lower or difficult condition.
pag-angat
Slang Meanings
fear or apprehension
I feel like there's a sense of fear whenever night comes.
Parang may paganglaw na nararamdaman ako tuwing gabi.
wound in the heart
The sense of pain I felt when he left me was so strong.
Yung paganglaw na naramdaman ko nang iwan niya ako, ang sakit.
a cold feeling
The cold feeling caused by his leaving still hasn't gone away.
Ang paganglaw na dulot ng kanyang pag-alis ay hindi ko pa rin mawala.