Pagkatao (en. Human nature)

pag-ka-ta-o

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Personality refers to the characteristics or traits of a person that form their identity.
His personality is full of love and compassion.
Ang kanyang pagkatao ay puno ng pagmamahal at malasakit.
It indicates the spiritual or moral aspect that forms the individual’s identity.
A person's nature is not only in physical form but also in their spirit.
Ang pagkatao ng tao ay hindi lamang sa pisikal na anyo kundi pati sa kanyang kalooban.
It is also known as the totality of characteristics, behaviors, and thoughts of an individual.
There is a strong connection between his personality and his decisions.
Mahigpit ang ugnayang mayroon sa pagitan ng kanyang pagkatao at ng kanyang mga desisyon.

Etymology

From the word 'tao' meaning 'human' with the prefix 'pag-' indicating the state or quality.

Common Phrases and Expressions

complex personality
The complicated nature of a person.
masalimuot na pagkatao
true self
The true identity of a person.
tunay na pagkatao

Related Words

nature
Refers to the natural characteristics or traits of a person.
kalikasan
habit
A behavior or lifestyle of a person.
ugali

Slang Meanings

type of person
His personality is very kind, that's why everyone supports him.
Ang pagkatao niya ay sobrang mabait, kaya lahat siya tinatangkilik.
behavior
I've been with Juan for a long time, but I still don't fully know his character.
Matagal ko nang nakakasama si Juan, pero hindi ko pa rin ganap na alam ang pagkatao niya.
category of person
Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Ang pagkatao mo ba ay introvert o extrovert?