Pagkakaunawa (en. Understanding)

pag-ka-ka-u-na-wa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of understanding ideas, information, or situations.
Understanding these concepts is important in our studies.
Ang pagkakaunawa sa mga konseptong ito ay mahalaga sa ating pag-aaral.
A state of having knowledge or consideration about something.
We have an understanding of local traditions.
Mayroon tayong pagkakaunawa sa mga lokal na tradisyon.
The ability to comprehend or understand others.
Understanding the feelings of others improves our relationships.
Ang pagkakaunawa sa damdamin ng iba ay nagpapabuti sa ating relasyon.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'kaunawa' with the prefix 'pag-'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Despite the misunderstanding
In spite of the misunderstandings.
Nasa kabila ng hindi pagkakaunawaan
Understanding in silence
The ability to understand people even without words.
Pagkakaunawaan sa katahimikan

Related Words

knowledge
Through understanding, we gain knowledge.
kaalaman
speaking
Good understanding helps in more effective speaking.
pagsasalita

Slang Meanings

understanding between each other
We should have an understanding to avoid conflict.
Dapat may pagkakaintindihan tayo para walang gulo.
conversation or discussion
It's fine, let's just discuss it.
Ayos lang, usapan na lang natin yan.
to understand or to get it
Do you get what I mean?
Get mo ba kung anong ibig kong sabihin?
to grasp or understand
Have you grasped the understanding of the topic?
Nakuha mo na ba yung pagkakaunawa sa topic?