Pagmamabutihan (en. Kindness)
/paɡ.ma.maˈbut.i.han/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An act of showing good and kindness to others.
Kindness helps in building stronger relationships in the community.
Ang pagmamabutihan ay nakatutulong sa pagbuo ng mas malalim na ugnayan sa komunidad.
Being compassionate and caring towards others.
In kindness, I learned to value the people around me.
Sa pagmamabutihan, natutunan kong bigyang halaga ang mga tao sa paligid ko.
Having a good relationship with others.
Kindness in the family is important for understanding.
Ang pagmamabutihan sa pamilya ay mahalaga para sa pagkakaunawaan.
Etymology
from the root word 'buhay' and 'mabutihan' meaning love or relationship with care.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Acts of kindness
Activities aimed at showing goodness to others.
Gawaing pagmamabutihan
Showing kindness
Taking steps to demonstrate care.
Pagpapakita ng pagmamabutihan
Related Words
life
The state of being alive and acting.
buhay
good
The quality of being pleasant or desirable.
mabuti
Slang Meanings
As long as the relationship is good, it's like there are no bad vibes.
Mike and his friend are both chill, that's why their relationship is called 'pagmamabutihan.'
Sila ni Mike, pareho silang chill, kaya 'pagmamabutihan' ang tawag sa kanila.
Cool and proper treatment towards each other.
In our group, it's like no one is ignored; we really have 'pagmamabutihan.'
Sa grupo namin, parang walang iisnabin, talagang 'pagmamabutihan' kami.
As long as the relationship is good, there are no fights.
Sometimes there are misunderstandings, but in the end, it's still 'pagmamabutihan.'
Minsan nagkakaroon ng hindi pagkakaintindihan, pero sa huli, 'pagmamabutihan' pa rin.