Pagkamaginoo (en. Gentility)

/pag-ka-ma-gi-no-o/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of being genteel or noble.
His gentility was greatly admired by everyone.
Ang kanyang pagkamaginoo ay labis na hinangaan ng lahat.
A state of being from the upper class of society.
Genteelness is not only about status but also about behavior.
Ang pagkamaginoo ay hindi lamang sa estado kundi pati na rin sa asal.
Being genteel in dealings with others, especially with women.
Every man should show his gentility towards women.
Dapat ipakita ng bawat lalaki ang kanyang pagkamaginoo sa mga babae.

Etymology

From the word 'maginoo' meaning noble or dignified.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be genteel
the act of behaving with dignity and respect towards others.
maging maginoo

Related Words

noble
A person of high moral and ethical standards.
maginoo
honor
The embodiment of honor or reputation.
dangal

Slang Meanings

gentleman vibes
My boyfriend is so gentlemanly, he always walks me home.
Napaka-pagkamaginoo ng boyfriend ko, lagi niya akong sinasamahan pauwi.
chivalrous
You need to be chivalrous to women, that's respect.
Kailangan maging pagkamaginoo sa mga babae, respeto 'yan.
macho with respect
My friend is a macho guy with respect, he's truly gentlemanly.
Macho na may galang yung kaibigan ko, talagang pagkamaginoo siya.
smooth
He's smooth, always offering help to others.
Swabe siya, lagi siyang nag-aalok ng tulong sa mga tao.