Pagkawakaak (en. Discovery)

/pag-kawá-ka-ak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process or act of discovering new knowledge or information.
Discovery is important in the advancement of science.
Ang pagkawakaak ay mahalaga sa pag-unlad ng syensya.
A situation where a person becomes aware of something new or unknown.
The discovery of his talent clarified his dreams.
Ang pagkawakaak sa kanyang talento ay nagbigay-linaw sa kanyang mga pangarap.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'waka' meaning the ability to see or feel.

Common Phrases and Expressions

discovery of knowledge
A process that leads to deeper understanding.
pagkawakaak ng kaalaman

Related Words

discover
A verb meaning to seek out and learn about something.
tuklasin
knowledge
The understanding or information that has been acquired or learned.
kaalaman

Slang Meanings

Excited or energized state
I was so woke earlier at the concert, I couldn't sit still!
Grabe ang pagka-wakaak ko kanina sa concert, hindi ako mapakali!
Feeling lively or vibrant
Just had my coffee and I'm so lively now!
Kaka-wakaak lang ng kape, ang saya saya ko na!
In a cheerful or playful mood
I'm in a woke mood right now, I want to party!
Nasa pagka-wakaak mode ako ngayon, gusto kong magparty!