Pagbakay (en. Journey)

pag-ba-kay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process or act of traveling from one place to another.
The journey to the mountain gave him a new perspective on life.
Ang pagbakay sa bundok ay nagbigay sa kanya ng bagong pananaw sa buhay.
A journey that usually has a purpose or destination.
Their journey aimed to learn about different cultures.
Ang kanilang pagbakay ay may layunin na makilala ang iba't ibang kultura.

Etymology

from the root word 'bakay' which means to go to a place, usually implying travel.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Continue the journey
Expresses the continuity of traveling or a process despite challenges.
Tuloy ang pagbakay

Related Words

flow
Refers to moving from one state or place to another.
daloy

Slang Meanings

to start a fight or competition
Are you all ready to start the fight in basketball later?
Handa na ba kayong magpagbakay sa basketball mamaya?
to climb or surge towards a place
Let’s climb the mountain, this hike seems fun!
Pagbakay na tayo sa bundok, mukhang masaya ang hike na 'to!
to flood or swarm
Everyone swarmed the mall during the sale!
Lahat sila'y nagpagbakay sa mall nung sale!