Paligid (en. Surroundings)

/pəˈli.gid/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The space or area surrounding a person or thing.
The trees around the house provide shade.
Ang mga puno sa paligid ng bahay ay nagbibigay ng lilim.
Factors or conditions affecting a person.
The people around him help in his development.
Ang mga tao sa paligid niya ay nagtutulungan sa pag-unlad.
The atmosphere or environment in a specific place.
The surroundings here are nice for picnics.
Maganda ang paligid dito para sa mga picnic.

Etymology

from the word 'paligi' related to location or place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

around
in the surrounding space or area.
sa paligid

Related Words

place
A site or area that can be identified.
lugar
environment
The totality of people, things, and events in a specific place.
kapaligiran

Slang Meanings

Environment or area around.
Here in the market, the surroundings are full of people.
Dito sa palengke, ang paligid ay puno ng tao.
The setup or people around that affect a situation.
You also need to consider your surroundings before making a decision.
Kailangan mo ring pansinin ang paligid mo bago ka magdesisyon.
Context or situation where you are.
You should know your surroundings so you won't get lost.
Dapat malaman mo ang paligid mo para hindi ka maligaw.