Pamitigan (en. Significance)

/pamiˈtigan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The meaning or value of something.
The significance of traditions is important in our culture.
Ang pamitigan ng mga tradisyon ay mahalaga sa ating kultura.
The capacity of an idea or object to have impact or influence.
The significance of his words inspired many people.
Ang pamitigan ng kanyang salita ay nagbigay inspirasyon sa maraming tao.
An aspect of life considered important or meaningful.
In his life, he saw the significance of every experience.
Sa kanyang buhay, nakita niya ang pamitigan ng bawat karanasan.

Etymology

From the root word 'mitig' meaning 'to signify' or 'glory'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

significance of traditions
The value and meaning of customs in a community.
pamitigan ng mga tradisyon
has significance
Carries value or meaning.
may pamitigan

Related Words

meaningful
A term referring to having a significant message.
pamikit
to ascribe significance
The act or process of attributing value or meaning to a situation.
pamaligay

Slang Meanings

Nickname or moniker
What do you call him/her, do you have a nickname for him/her?
Anong tawag mo sa kanya, may pamitigan ka ba?
A name like a call to a friend
Maria, we call her 'Mare', that's a nickname.
Si Maria, tawag namin sa kanya 'Mare', ay isang pamitigan.