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    Prodigo (en. Prodigal)

    /proˈdiɡo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Means wasteful or giving excess wealth.
    His prodigal lifestyle led him to ruin.
    Ang kanyang prodigo na pamumuhay ay nagdala sa kanya sa kapahamakan.
    Struggling to restrain oneself from excessive spending or serving.
    He is prodigal in his actions, always giving too much.
    Siya ay prodigo sa kanyang pagkilos, palaging nagbibigay ng sobra.
    Giving excessive care or wealth to a limited or worthless extent.
    The prodigal care for guests expanded their friendship.
    Ang prodigo na pag-aalaga sa mga bisita ay nagpalawak ng kanilang pagkakaibigan.

    Etymology

    Derived from Latin 'prodigus' meaning 'wasteful' or 'extravagant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    prodigal in wealth
    Excessive spending or giving of wealth.
    prodigo sa yaman
    prodigal in time
    Excessive use of time without benefit.
    prodigo sa oras

    Related Words

    waste
    The act of improper spending or use of resources.
    pag-aksaya

    Slang Meanings

    Cool or tough personality
    His attitude is prodigo, like he’s not afraid of anything.
    Ang prodigo niya, parang hindi takot sa mga bagay-bagay.
    Super skilled or impressive
    He’s prodigo in basketball, you can't beat him on the court.
    Prodigo siya sa basketball, hindi mo siya matatalo sa court.
    Wandering or aimless
    He’s just going around prodigo, with no plan in life.
    Gumagala lang siya nang prodigo, walang plano sa buhay.