Pangkaraniwan (en. Ordinary)

/paŋkaɾaniwan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to something that is not rare or unique.
His views are just ordinary among people.
Ang kanyang mga pananaw ay pangkaraniwan lamang sa mga tao.
Describes a common characteristic or state.
He exhibited the ordinary behavior of teenagers.
Ipinakita niya ang pangkaraniwang ugali ng mga kabataan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'karaniwan' which may refer to the usual state or inherent nature of something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ordinary person
A person who is not in a state of fame or wealth.
pangkaraniwang tao

Related Words

ordinary
A word that refers to things that are not exaggerated or highlighted.
karaniwan

Slang Meanings

normal
It's okay, that's just normal.
Ayos lang, pangkaraniwan lang 'yun.
usual
He said, this situation is just usual.
Sabi niya, pangkaraniwan lang ang ganitong sitwasyon.
common
There are a lot of common people in this place.
Maraming pangkaraniwang tao sa lugar na 'to.
ordinary
Nothing special, everything is just ordinary.
Walang espesyal, pangkaraniwan lang ang lahat.