Purihingmaigi (en. Praise highly)

pu-ri-hing-ma-i-gi

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term used to describe recognition of a high level or quality of a person or thing.
Praise highly for his contributions to the community.
Purihingmaigi ang kanyang mga nagawa sa komunidad.
verb
The action of giving high praise or recognition to a person or thing.
Teachers should be praised highly for their students.
Dapat purihingmaigi ang mga guro sa kanilang mga mag-aaral.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'purihin' meaning 'to value' and 'maigi' meaning 'good'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

May they be praised
A statement wishing to praise a person or thing.
Purihin nawa

Related Words

praise
The action of giving a good or positive comment to a person or thing.
pagpuri

Slang Meanings

the best of all
I wish everyone was as good as you, you are really the best!
Sana laki kang magaling, purihingmaigi ka talaga!
super talented
Wow, you're the best at basketball, you're always the star!
Grabe, purihingmaigi ka sa basketball, lagi kang bida!
totally awesome
What you did is beautiful, it was really awesome!
Ang ganda ng ginawa mo, purihingmaigi siya talaga!