Pagkabyaw (en. Birth)

/paɡkaˈbjaw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of giving birth is the process of a baby being born from the mother's womb.
The birth of her child was one of the happiest moments of her life.
Ang pagkabyaw ng kanyang anak ay naging isa sa pinakamasayang sandali ng kanyang buhay.
An event that brings about a new beginning or opportunity.
The birth of new technology paved the way for easier communication.
Ang pagkabyaw ng bagong teknolohiya ay nagbigay daan sa mas madaling paraan ng komunikasyon.

Etymology

From the root word 'biyaw' meaning to be born or to happen.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Birth of a new life
Birth of a new person or opportunity.
Pagkabyaw ng bagong buhay

Related Words

life
The state of being alive; birth is the first step of life.
buhay

Slang Meanings

Quickly falling asleep
Just a snap, and he fell asleep in class!
Isang pagkabyaw na lang, nakatulog na siya sa klase!
Quickly expressing feelings or emotions
When he said he didn't want to anymore, he just blurted it out.
Nang sabihin niyang ayaw na, talagang pagkabyaw lang ang ginawa niya.