Pagkakaibigan (en. Friendship)

/pagka-kaibigan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being friends or the relationship between people.
Friendship is important in our lives.
Ang pagkakaibigan ay mahalaga sa ating buhay.
A close relationship between two people characterized by trust, support, and mutual understanding.
Their friendship is built on love and trust.
Ang kanilang pagkakaibigan ay itinayo sa pagmamahal at tiwala.
Sometimes used to describe alliance or cooperation among people or groups.
The friendship of nations strengthens their relations.
Ang pagkakaibigan ng mga bansa ay nagpapalakas ng kanilang ugnayan.

Etymology

from the root word 'kaibigan' meaning 'friend' or 'friendship'

Common Phrases and Expressions

true friendship
a deep and genuine relationship between friends
tunay na pagkakaibigan
friends in times of trouble and comfort
friends who stand by you in good and bad times
mga kaibigan sa hirap at ginhawa

Related Words

friend
a person who has a connection with you characterized by trust and understanding.
kaibigan
friendship-building
the process or act of forming friendships.
pakikipagkaibigan

Slang Meanings

Squad
My squad and I are together for a snack.
Sama-sama kami ng tropa sa meryenda.
Group of friends
I’m always with the group of friends in all outings.
Laging kasama ang barkada sa lahat ng lakad.
Just friends
We're just friends, no drama.
Kaibigan lang kami, walang eksena.
Male friend (or female)
He's my male friend, we've been buddies for a long time.
Siya ang kumpare ko, matagal na kaming magkakaibigan.
Bestie
Our friendship is super close!
Bes na bes ang aming samahan!