Pakaalatan (en. Knowledge)

/pakaá.lat.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state or condition of possessing knowledge.
Knowledge is important for a person's development.
Ang pakaalatan ay mahalaga sa pag-unlad ng isang tao.
The ability to understand and learn things.
His knowledge in art continues to grow.
Ang kanyang pakaalatan sa sining ay patuloy na lumalago.
The quality of being intelligent and creative.
Students should strive for their knowledge.
Ang mga mag-aaral ay dapat magsikap para sa kanilang pakaalatan.

Etymology

derived from the word 'kaalaman' meaning 'knowledge' and 'paka' meaning 'to take care of'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

knowledge in life
knowledge needed to live well
pakaalatan sa buhay
knowledge of a person
the total knowledge of an individual
pakaalatan ng tao

Related Words

knowledge
a collection of information and skills learned.
kaalaman
education
the process of acquiring knowledge and skills.
edukasyon

Slang Meanings

Super happiness or joy
Wow, I'm so happy, I feel like I'm on cloud nine right now!
Grabe, ang saya ko, parang pakaalatan ako ngayon!
Feeling like you are in heaven
Honestly, I feel like I'm in heaven whenever I'm with you.
Sa totoo lang, parang pakaalatan ako tuwing kasama kita.