Prestihiyo (en. Prestige)

/pres-ti-hi-yo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A high respect or reputation for a person, thing, or institution.
His prestige in the field of medicine is known throughout the country.
Ang kanyang prestihiyo sa larangan ng medisina ay kilala sa buong bansa.
The recognition or respect gained due to achievements or honors.
The awards he received added to his prestige.
Ang mga award na kanyang natanggap ay nagdagdag sa kanyang prestihiyo.
A name or status that brings favor or power.
The prestige of the college attracts students from various parts of the world.
Ang prestihiyo ng kolehiyo ay humahakot ng mga estudyante mula sa iba't ibang bahagi ng mundo.

Etymology

derived from the English word 'prestige'

Common Phrases and Expressions

has high prestige
refers to a person or institution that is well-known and respected.
may mataas na prestihiyo
lost prestige
indicates that the reputation has been affected or diminished.
nawala ang prestihiyo

Related Words

prestigious
a person with a good reputation or high status.
prestihiyoso
prestiging
the process of granting or improving prestige.
pagsasaprestihiyo

Slang Meanings

a group of people with high status or reputation
They are the people with prestige in the barangay, well-known for their achievements.
Sila yung mga tao na may prestihiyo sa barangay, kilalang-kilala sa kanilang mga nagawa.
things that have high value or are in demand
These brands have prestige, so you can be sure of their quality.
Ang mga brand na ito ay may prestihiyo, kaya't siguradong maganda ang kalidad.
status symbol in society
His new car is a symbol of prestige among his friends.
Yung bagong kotse niya ay simbolo ng prestihiyo sa mga kaibigan niya.
judgment that carries wide respect
His opinion has prestige, so everyone always pays attention to it.
Yung opinyon niya ay may prestihiyo, kaya laging pinapansin ng lahat.