Pagigingina (en. Motherhood)

/pag-i-gin-i-na/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being a mother.
Motherhood is an important part of a woman's life.
Ang pagigingina ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng buhay ng isang babae.
The characteristics and responsibilities associated with being a mother.
Motherhood comes with many sacrifices.
Ang pagigingina ay may kasamang maraming sakripisyo.
The feelings and love that a mother has for her child.
Motherhood is filled with love and care.
Ang pagigingina ay puno ng pagmamahal at alaga.

Etymology

from the word 'ina' which means 'mother' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Born of motherhood
Having a child shows motherhood.
Ipinanganak ng pagigingina
Mothering opportunities
Providing opportunities and nurturing in raising children.
Pagiging ina ng pagkakataon

Related Words

mother
Term for a woman who dedicates her life to her children.
ina
child
A person born to a mother.
anak

Slang Meanings

acting foolish or stupid
Don't be beingina in the exam, just study!
Huwag kang pagigingina sa exam, mag-aral ka na lang!
being lacking in knowledge
Why is your answer like that? That's pagigingina!
Bakit ganyan ang sagot mo? Pagigingina yan!
occasionally being clueless
Wait, what are you saying? I became pagigingina with that news.
Teka, anong sinasabi mo? Naging pagigingina ako sa balitang yan.