Pangangarira (en. Fishing)

/paŋaŋɡaˈɾiɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of activity involving catching fish in bodies of water.
Fishing is a traditional livelihood in villages by the river.
Ang pangangarira ay isang tradisyonal na kabuhayan sa mga baryo sa tabi ng ilog.
The process of using nets or bait to catch fish.
Proper equipment is necessary for fishing.
Kailangan ng tamang kagamitan para sa pangangarira.
A form of entertainment involving catching fish, often done by people for enjoyment.
Many people say that fishing brings them joy and peace.
Maraming tao ang nagsasabing ang pangangarira ay nagbibigay saya at kapayapaan sa kanila.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Join me in fishing.
An invitation to participate in the fishing activity.
Sumama ka sa pangangarira.

Related Words

fisherman
A person who catches fish as a livelihood or pastime.
mangingisda

Slang Meanings

A tactic for gathering information or data from people or situations.
Okay, let's dream, but let's not 'spy' on the kids.
Sige, magpangarap tayo, pero 'wag na tayong magpangangarira sa mga bata.
Avoiding people or places that have a bad vibe.
When there aren’t too many people, I 'sneak around' the corners.
Kapag walang masyadong tao, pumapangalira ako sa mga kanto.