Pagkamaagap (en. Alertness)

pag-ka-ma-agap

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of being cautious and quick to act.
His alertness saved him from danger.
Ang kanyang pagkamaagap ay nagligtas sa kanya mula sa panganib.
Preparation and readiness for situations.
The vigilance of the teachers helped in implementing the new policies.
Ang pagkamaagap ng mga guro ay nakatulong sa pagpapatupad ng mga bagong patakaran.
The ability to foresee problems before they occur.
His alertness to the needs of the students is impressive.
Ang kanyang pagkamaagap sa mga pangangailangan ng mga estudyante ay kahanga-hanga.

Etymology

From the root word 'maagap,' meaning cautious and prompt in action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

be early
Be ready and alert.
maging maaga

Related Words

alert
Meaning: Act quickly and with caution.
maagap
analytical
Meaning: Having the ability to analyze and identify things.
mapanuri

Slang Meanings

always ready
People should always be proactive at work so they won't be late for the deadline.
Dapat laging pagkamaagap ang mga tao sa trabaho para hindi mahuli sa deadline.
alert
You need to be proactive for the upcoming exams; you can't slack off.
Kailangan pagkamaagap sa mga susunod na exam, di pwedeng magpabaya.
quick to act
Who wouldn't make mistakes in such proactivity? People act quickly.
Sino ba naman ang hindi magkakamali sa ganitong pagkamaagap, mabilis kumilos ang mga tao.