Paragala (en. Treat)

/pa-ra-ga-la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A way of helping or providing joy to others, often in the form of gifts or special experiences.
Each person's treat for their friends brings joy to their togetherness.
Ang kanya-kanyang paragala sa mga kaibigan ay nagdadala ng kasiyahan sa kanilang pagsasama.
An activity or event that brings comfort or joy to a person.
Going to the concert is a nice treat for everyone.
Ang pagpunta sa konsiyerto ay isang magandang paragala para sa lahat.

Etymology

From the words 'para' and 'gala' which mean to travel or to have fun.

Common Phrases and Expressions

give a treat
to support or bring joy to others
magbigay ng paragala

Related Words

celebration
A state of joy or comfort that comes from enjoyable activities.
pagsasaya
entertainment
Activities carried out to amuse people.
entertainment

Slang Meanings

awesome sibling
Mark is really a paragala, always supporting me in everything.
Paragala talaga yang si Mark, lagi niya akong sinusuportahan sa lahat.
funny friend
Bro, Jessie is my paragala, always making us laugh in the group!
Bro, si Jessie ang paragala ko, laging nakakatawa sa grupo!
kind person
I wish everyone around me is a paragala, they are all so nice!
Sana all paragala ang mga tao sa paligid ko, ang bait nila!