Pagayo (en. Request)

/pə.ɡa.jo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A request or conversation asking for a specific thing.
The request to God is important in our faith.
Ang pagayo sa Diyos ay mahalaga sa aming pananampalataya.
The process of asking for or getting special facilities or services.
We need to submit a request for new equipment.
Kailangan nating mag-submit ng pagayo para sa bagong kagamitan.
A type of statement or letter requesting help from another person.
His request to friends brought a lot of support.
Ang kanyang pagayo sa mga kaibigan ay nagdala ng maraming suporta.

Etymology

From the root word 'gayo' meaning 'search or discovery.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

requesting from people
asking for help or support from people.
pagayo sa mga tao

Related Words

request
Something that is asked for or requested by a person.
hiling
pleading
The act of asking for help or companionship.
pagsusumamo

Slang Meanings

Very happy or thrilled
Wow, your score on the exam is amazing!
Aba, pagayo yung nakuha mong score sa exam!
Right or cool
Your outfit is cool!
Ganda ng outfit mo, pagayo!
Favorite
This is my favorite food!
Ito ang pagayo kong pagkain!