Pagdadalaga (en. Adolescence)
pag-da-da-la-ga
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The stage of life when a girl becomes a fully developed woman.
Adolescence is an important part of a woman's growth.
Ang pagdadalaga ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng paglaki ng isang babae.
A time full of changes in physical and emotional aspects.
During her adolescence, she experienced many emotions.
Sa kanyang pagdadalaga, marami siyang naranasang emosyon.
The process of development from youth to adulthood.
Adolescence is a process that no one can avoid.
Ang pagdadalaga ay proseso na hindi maiiwasan ng sinuman.
Etymology
From the word 'dalaga' meaning 'young maiden' or 'girl transitioning to adulthood'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the adolescence of a woman
The stage of a woman's life where she becomes a full-fledged maiden.
pagdadalaga ng isang babae
Related Words
growth
The process of development or aging.
paglaki
adulthood
The stage where a person becomes fully adult.
pagiging matanda
Slang Meanings
The process of a girl growing into a young woman
Wow, Mia is growing up fast; it feels like just yesterday she was still a kid.
Naku, ang bilis ng pagdadalaga ni Mia, parang kailan lang ay bata pa siya.
Time of having crushes or joy in life
I wish everyone had a joyful adolescence; Anna has so many crushes!
Sana all may pagdadalaga na masaya, dami ng crush ni Anna!
Having new experiences
During my coming of age, I learned to be strong and independent.
Sa pagdadalaga ko, natutunan kong maging matatag at independent.