Tagapagalaga (en. Caretaker)
/taɡapaˈɡalaɡa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who takes care of or supervises another person, animal, or thing.
The caretaker of the elderly provides special attention to their needs.
Ang tagapagalaga ng matatandang tao ay nagbibigay ng espesyal na atensyon sa kanilang mga kailangan.
A person responsible for the health and well-being of others.
The caretaker in the hospital takes care of patients who need assistance.
Ang tagapagalaga sa ospital ay nag-aalaga ng mga pasyente na nangangailangan ng tulong.
An individual who provides care for children or pets.
She works as a caretaker for children at a daycare center.
Nagtatrabaho siya bilang tagapagalaga ng mga bata sa isang daycare center.
Etymology
root word: alaga
Common Phrases and Expressions
caretaker of the environment
A person or group that cares for and protects the environment.
tagapangalaga ng kalikasan
caretaker of the home
A person who takes care of and supervises a house.
tagapangalaga ng tahanan
Related Words
care
The act of taking care of or providing for a person or thing.
alaga
pets
Animals that are cared for in the home, such as cats and dogs.
mga alagang hayop
Slang Meanings
Nice helper or nanny
She is the caregiver for the kids, they're always happy with her.
Siya yung tagapagalaga ng mga bata, lagi silang masaya sa kanya.
Animal caretaker
He worked as a caretaker for dogs at the shelter.
Nagtrabaho siya bilang tagapagalaga ng mga aso sa shelter.