Pakay (en. Aim)
pah-kai
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A goal or intention that you want to achieve.
His aim is to finish his studies.
Ang kanyang pakay ay makapagtapos ng pag-aaral.
Referring to the explicit aim of a person or group.
The objective of the meeting is to discuss the next steps.
Ang pakay ng pagpupulong ay upang pag-usapan ang mga susunod na hakbang.
Reason or aim of an action or activity.
The reason for his efforts is to create a good future.
Ang pakay ng kanyang pagsusumikap ay ang makabuo ng magandang kinabukasan.
Common Phrases and Expressions
purpose of life
The primary aim or mission of a person in their life.
pakay ng buhay
set goal
A specific aim that has been set to be achieved in the future.
itinakdang pakay
Related Words
perspective
A person's view or outlook on various matters.
pananaw
mission
A goal or aim that has a deeper purpose.
misyon
Slang Meanings
intention or goal
What’s your intention later? I don’t feel like studying.
Anong bap mo mamaya? Wala akong ganang mag-aral.
plan or mission
Alright, let’s go! It’s my plan to have fun again.
Sige, go na! Trip ko nang magpakasaya ulit.
a desire or aim
I just want to sort out my aim.
Gusto ko lang na maayos ang pakay ko.
objective or target
I really need to achieve my goal in school.
Kailangan ko talagang matupad yung goal ko sa school.