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    Paingatan (en. To take care)

    /pa.in.ga.tan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action that emphasizes caution or care for something.
    Take care of your belongings so that they don't get damaged.
    Paingatan mo ang mga gamit mo upang hindi masira.
    The act of valuing security and safety.
    We should take care of this, especially with children.
    Dapat natin itong paingatan, lalo na sa mga bata.
    Doing something with good judgment and attention to detail.
    With every step, take care in your decisions.
    Sa bawat hakbang, paingatan mo ang iyong mga desisyon.

    Etymology

    The word 'paingatan' comes from the root word 'ingat' with the prefix 'pa-' expressing the act of doing something with caution.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Be careful!
    A way of saying that caution is needed.
    Mag-ingat ka!
    Be careful on the road.
    Be cautious while walking or driving on the street.
    Paingat ka sa daan.

    Related Words

    care
    The ability to be careful and act cautiously.
    ingat
    to take care of
    The act of taking care and paying attention to a person or thing.
    alagaan

    Slang Meanings

    Ex-partner or significant other who is sulking.
    I hope I can rekindle my relationship with him/her again.
    Sana maging paingatan ko siya ulit.
    The thrill you feel from being around someone.
    I feel so giddy every time we see each other.
    Sobrang paingatan ko siya tuwing nagkikita kami.