Pagmalasakitan (en. To care for)

/pɑɡmɑlɑsɑkɪtɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of valuing and caring for the well-being of others.
We should care for those who have lost hope.
Dapat tayong pagmalasakitan ang mga nawawalan ng pag-asa.
Showing concern for the situation of others.
Caring for others is important during a crisis.
Mahalaga ang pagmalasakitan sa panahon ng krisis.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'malasakit' which refers to valuing the well-being of others.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to care for one another
Demonstrating cooperation and understanding towards each other.
pagmalasakitan ang isa't isa

Related Words

concern
The feeling that motivates one to care for and value others.
malasakit

Slang Meanings

To give attention or take care of someone
We should take care of those found on the streets.
Dapat nating pagmalasakitan ang mga matatagpuan sa lansangan.
To show off or take pride in a person or thing
You should be proud of your classmates when they have a presentation.
Pagmalasakitan mo ang mga kaklase mo kapag may presentation.
To give the proper respect or value
You should respect the elders in your community.
Pagmalasakitan mo ang mga nakatatanda sa iyong komunidad.