EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
to understand each other; to come to an understand...
to be engrossed...
to have; there is/are...
Pang-uri
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/mag-ka-u-na-wa-AN/
FIL: Ang proseso ng pagkakaroon ng mutwal na pag-intindi o pagkakasundo sa pagitan ng dalawa o higit pang tao.
EN: to understand each other; to come to an understanding
The ultimate relationship goal. It's when you and your friend/jowa finally get on the same page after a long "discussion." It's that moment of clarity in a group project when everyone finally understands their role. "Sana all magkaunawaan" is the silent prayer during family reunions and team meetings.
From 'magka-' (reciprocal action) + 'unawa' (understand) + '-an' (reciprocal/locative suffix).
ROOT MEANING: understanding; comprehension
A very common and important word in Filipino culture, emphasizing mutual understanding and harmony.
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🇵🇭 Kailangan nating mag-usap nang masinsinan para tayo'y magkaunawaan.
🇺🇸 We need to talk seriously so we can understand each other.
🇵🇭 Sa wakas, nagkaunawaan din ang dalawang panig.
🇺🇸 Finally, the two sides came to an understanding.
Pang-uri
Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.