Pagkaama (en. Fatherhood)
/paɡkaˈama/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being a father or a man who takes care of a child.
Fatherhood is an important part of every man's life.
Ang pagkaama ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng buhay ng bawat lalaki.
The responsibility and duty of a father towards his children.
Fatherhood brings many responsibilities in life.
Ang pagkaama ay nagdudulot ng maraming responsibilidad sa buhay.
The relationship of a father with his children.
Fatherhood connects families.
Ang pagkaama ay nag-uugnay sa mga pamilya.
Etymology
From the word 'ka' indicating possession and 'ama' referring to a male parent.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fatherhood responsibilities
Responsibilities and obligations of being a father.
tungkulin ng pagkaama
steps to fatherhood
Ways or actions a father should consider.
mga hakbang sa pagkaama
Related Words
father
A male who has given life or cares for children.
ama
child
A person born to or cared for by a father.
anak
Slang Meanings
Identification or acknowledgment of the real younger sibling in the family.
Wow, I thought she was my sister, but later on, in terms of paternity, she is of a different lineage!
Grabe, akala ko kapatid ko siya, pero kalaunan, sa pagkaama, iba pala ang lahi niya!
Refers to the birth situation when the mother knows she is not the actual parent.
We talked about that, she has a paternity situation with that child.
Naging usapan namin 'yan, may pagkaama siya sa anak na 'yan.