Pagpapayapa (en. Peacebuilding)
/pag.pa.ˈpaj.pa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of bringing peace to a situation or community.
Peacebuilding is crucial for creating a better future.
Ang pagpapayapa ay mahalaga sa pagbuo ng mas magandang kinabukasan.
The state of being peaceful or tranquil.
Their efforts to cease hostilities became a symbol of peace.
Naging simbolo ng pagpapayapa ang kanilang pagsisikap na itigil ang labanan.
A step to maintain order and peace in a place.
We must engage in peacebuilding in our community to avoid chaos.
Dapat tayong magsagawa ng pagpapayapa sa ating komunidad upang maiwasan ang gulo.
Etymology
From the word 'payapa' meaning peace or tranquil, and the prefix 'pag-' denoting process or action.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to provide peace
to bring peace to a situation
magbigay ng pagpapayapa
that is peace
that is the true state of peace
yan ang pagpapayapa
Related Words
peaceful
Meaning quiet or filled with peace.
mapayapa
peace
The condition or state where there is no war or conflict.
kapayapan
Slang Meanings
making amends or reaching an agreement with others for peace
They had a meeting for reconciliation and cooperation in the community.
May usapan sila para sa pagpapayapa at pagtutulungan sa barangay.
settling disputes to avoid conflicts
We need to find a way for the reconciliation of family members.
Kailangan nating gumawa ng paraan para sa pagpapayapa ng mga miyembro ng pamilya.