Paghagad (en. Invitation)

/pɐˈɡahad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of communication that invites a person to attend an event or activity.
His invitation brought many people to his birthday.
Ang kanyang paghagad ay nagdala ng maraming tao sa kanyang kaarawan.
The process of inviting or calling.
The invitation to guests is an important part of preparing for the wedding.
Ang paghagad sa mga bisita ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng paghahanda para sa kasal.

Etymology

From the root word 'hagád'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

invitation for guests
invitation for guests
paghagad ng bisita
invitation to a wedding
invitation to a wedding
paghagad sa kasal

Related Words

invite
A word that describes the process of inviting.
imbita
call
A word that can be used in the context of encouraging or inviting.
tawag

Slang Meanings

Teasing or flirting
It's like she's trying to flirt with me, it's like she's deliberately playing with her hair.
Parang nagpa-paghagad siya sa akin, parang sinadyang malikot yung buhok niya.
Inviting or beckoning someone
He is inviting everyone to drink later.
Nag-paghagad siya para mag-inuman mamaya.