Paglawak (en. Expansion)

paɡˈla.wak

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A process of increasing the size, scope, or amount of something.

The expansion of the city brought many changes to the natural resources.

Ang paglawak ng lungsod ay nagdala ng maraming pagbabago sa likas na yaman.

The increase or development of an idea, business, or project.

A great opportunity is the expansion of his business to another province.

Isang magandang pagkakataon ang paglawak ng kanyang negosyo sa ibang lalawigan.

The expansion of knowledge or understanding of a topic or discipline.

The expansion of his knowledge in science helped with his studies.

Ang paglawak ng kanyang kaalaman sa siyensya ay nakatulong sa kanyang pag-aaral.

Derived from the word 'lawak' meaning extent or area, combined with the prefix 'pag-' referring to the process of reaching or expanding.

expansion of the mind

Increase in knowledge and understanding of things.

paglawak ng isip

expansion of territory

Covering a larger area or environment.

paglawak ng teritoryo

extent

Refers to the size or dimension of something.

lawak

development

Advancement or progression in an aspect.

pag-unlad

expanding your horizons or life

We should expand, not just as students but also in experience.

Dapat tayong mag-paglawak, hindi lang sa estudyante kundi pati sa karanasan.

growing in knowledge or skills

You need to expand your mind to keep up with what's happening.

Kailangan ang paglawak ng isip para makasabay sa mga nangyayari.

getting involved in new activities

Expanding into other interests strengthens friendships.

Ang paglawak sa ibang hilig ay nakakasa sa pagkakaibigan.