Pagkabagay (en. Appropriateness)

/paɡkaˈbaɡaj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of being appropriate or suitable for a situation.
The appropriateness of her attire for this occasion is noticeable.
Ang pagkabagay ng kanyang damit sa okasyong ito ay kapansin-pansin.
The importance of something in a particular context.
Appropriateness defines the significance of business decisions.
Tinutukoy ng pagkabagay ang kahalagahan ng mga desisyon sa negosyo.
Analysis of conflicting things based on their suitability.
The appropriateness of ideas should be evaluated before the meeting.
Ang pagkabagay ng mga ideya ay dapat suriin bago ang pagpupulong.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'bagay' with the prefix 'pagka-'

Common Phrases and Expressions

has appropriateness
has an appropriate quality or characteristic
may pagkabagay
no appropriateness
not suitable or appropriate
walang pagkabagay

Related Words

opportunity
a chance or situation related to the appropriateness of something.
pagkakataon
arrangement
the process of identifying and altering things to be suitable.
pagsasaayos

Slang Meanings

when something suits someone perfectly
You look so good in that outfit, it's beautiful! It really suits you.
Ang fit mo sa suot mong damit, ang ganda! Parang pagbabagayan mo talaga.
that perfectly matches a person's preferences
That hairstyle really suits you, it matches your personality perfectly!
Tama nga sa 'yo ang hairstyle na 'yan, swak na swak sa personalidad mo!
the beauty of something
The craftsmanship of the house is beautiful, it's truly stunning!
Ang ganda ng pagkakagawa ng bahay, talagang pagkabagay!