Tagapamagitan (en. Intermediary)

/taɡˌapɪˈmaɡɪtan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who acts as a bridge or intermediary between two parties in conflict.
He became the mediator in their dispute.
Siya ang naging tagapamagitan sa kanilang hidwaan.
An individual who helps in reaching an agreement or dialogue between two parties.
They need a mediator to discuss their contract.
Kailangan nila ng tagapamagitan upang mapag-usapan ang kanilang kontrata.
Anyone who serves as a spokesperson or representative of a group in front of others.
The mediator provides suggestions for peace.
Ang tagapamagitan ay nagbibigay ng mga mungkahi para sa kapayapaan.

Etymology

from the word 'tagapamagitan' derived from the root word 'pagitan'

Common Phrases and Expressions

become a mediator
the act of intervening or serving as a moderator in a discussion or conflict
maging tagapamagitan

Related Words

intervention
The state or process of having an intermediary or mediator.
pamagitan

Slang Meanings

matchmaker
He's the matchmaker between my ex and her new partner.
Siya yung tagapamagitan ng ex ko at ng bago niyang jowa.
mediator
Sometimes you need a mediator in misunderstandings.
Minsan kailangan mo ng tagapamagitan sa mga hindi pagkakaintindihan.
representative
He is the representative of the group in meetings.
Siya ang tagapamagitan ng grupo sa mga pagpupulong.