Pagpapalakas (en. Strengthening)
pag-pa-pa-la-kas
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of strengthening or raising the level of something.
The strengthening of business strategies is essential to achieve success.
Ang pagpapalakas ng mga estratehiya sa negosyo ay mahalaga upang makamit ang tagumpay.
A step intended to increase the power or strength of a person or thing.
Strengthening one's resolve is important in facing challenges.
Ang pagpapalakas ng loob ay mahalaga sa pagharap sa hamon.
Strengthening a system or process to make it more effective.
The strengthening of the education system is one of the government's goals.
Ang pagpapalakas ng sistema ng edukasyon ay isa sa mga layunin ng gobyerno.
Etymology
From the root word 'lakas' meaning 'strength' or 'power' with the prefix 'pag-' indicating the process of increasing or strengthening.
Common Phrases and Expressions
strengthening of spirit
the process of boosting self-confidence
pagpapalakas ng loob
community strengthening
steps to strengthen the bonds among people
pagpapalakas ng komunidad
Related Words
strength
Energy or power that comes from a person or thing.
lakas
capacity
The ability or size of something that can be carried or supported.
kapasidad
Slang Meanings
effort
Need to put in effort in studies to get high grades.
Kailangan ng pagpapalakas sa pag-aaral para makakuha ng mataas na grado.
energy boost
I want a boost, I feel like I need an energy drink.
Gusto ko ng pagpapalakas, parang kailangan ko ng energy drink.
improvement
Improving his skills will help his career.
Ang pagpapalakas sa kanyang skills ay makatutulong sa kanyang career.