Pagsagap (en. Perception)

/paɡˈsaɡap/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The ability to obtain or receive information or messages.
His perception of information is quick and effective.
Ang kanyang pagsagap ng impormasyon ay mabilis at epektibo.
A process of receiving or understanding an idea or concept.
The reception of ideas from the teacher is very important in his studies.
Ang pagsagap ng mga ideya mula sa guro ay napakahalaga sa kanyang pag-aaral.
An act or process of obtaining information from the surroundings.
The reception of signals from her environment provides her knowledge.
Ang pagsagap ng mga senyales mula sa kanyang kapaligiran ay nagbibigay sa kanya ng kaalaman.

Etymology

From the root word 'sagap', meaning 'to grasp' or 'to filter'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reception of information
process of receiving or obtaining knowledge from various sources
pagsagap ng impormasyon
grasping ideas
act of understanding or accepting new thoughts
pagsagap sa mga ideya

Related Words

research
gathering information through systematic methods.
pagsasaliksik
understanding
the ability to comprehend something.
pag-unawa

Slang Meanings

gossip or storytelling (gathering information or gossip)
Wow, he's great at picking up gossip in the neighborhood!
Ayun, ang galing niya magsagap ng mga chismis sa barangay!
gathering information
I need to gather details before I make a decision.
Kailangan kong magsagap ng detalye bago ako magdesisyon.