Pagkamaawain (en. Compassionate)

/paɡkaˌmaʊ.a.ˈwain/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Possessing kindness or care for others.
He is a compassionate person who is always ready to help.
Siya ay isang pagkamaawain na tao na laging handang tumulong.
Able to understand and feel for the sufferings of others.
Compassion is one of the traits sought in teachers.
Ang pagkamaawain ay isa sa mga katangian na hinahanap sa mga guro.
Showing concern for those in need.
Compassionate people often provide assistance to those in need.
Ang mga pagkamaawain na tao ay madalas na nagbibigay ng tulong sa mga nangangailangan.

Etymology

From the root word 'awa' meaning 'compassion', 'pagkamaawain' describes the ability or quality of being compassionate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

compassionate toward others
Having care and understanding for the people around.
pagkamaawain sa kapwa
to be compassionate
The effort to be caring or loving to one another.
maging pagkamaawain

Related Words

mercy
A feeling of understanding and compassion for the suffering or hardships of others.
awa
love
A deep feeling of affection that motivates compassion.
pag-ibig

Slang Meanings

affectionate or loving towards others
Teachers are caring towards their students.
Ang mga guro ay pagkamaawain sa kanilang mga estudyante.
helpful
The people in our neighborhood are kind and helpful.
Mababait at pagkamaawain ang mga tao sa barangay namin.
empathetic
Even if he’s not known, he is still empathetic towards those in need.
Kahit hindi siya kilala, pagkamaawain pa rin siya sa mga nangangailangan.