Pagpaalaman (en. Farewell)

/paɡpalaˈman/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of giving notice or farewell.
Saying goodbye is important in every meeting and parting.
Ang pagpaalaman ay mahalaga sa bawat pagkikita at paghihiwalay.
A statement or message of farewell.
He gave a farewell before leaving the country.
Nagbigay siya ng pagpaalaman bago umalis ng bansa.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'alam' meaning knowledge, combined with 'pag-' indicating action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Farewell and take care
A farewell greeting and reminder to take care.
Pagpaalam at ingat

Related Words

goodbye
A simple statement of farewell.
paalam
final goodbye
The last or final statement of farewell.
huling paalam

Slang Meanings

saying goodbye or farewell to someone
Of course, you need to say your goodbyes before leaving.
Siyempre, kailangan mong magpagpaalaman bago umalis.
last moments before leaving, like a farewell party
We organized a goodbye party for him at home.
Nag-organisa kami ng pagpaalaman para sa kanya sa bahay.
preparation for a new beginning, often accompanied by emotion
This goodbye is sad, but I'm excited for the next chapter.
Malungkot ang pagpaalaman na ito, pero excited ako sa susunod na kabanata.