alang-alang
alang-álang with stress marks
regard, consideration, one's sake
Usage Note
Alang-alang is a reduplicated form expressing consideration, respect, or deference toward others, most commonly used in the phrase alang-alang sa (for the sake of). It reflects the Filipino cultural value of sensitivity to others' feelings and social harmony.
Examples
" Tumahimik ako alang-alang sa kanya. "
Natural Translation
I kept quiet for his sake.
Literal Translation
Quieted I regard to him.
" Alang-alang sa iyo, gagawin ko ito. "
Natural Translation
For your sake, I will do this.
Literal Translation
Regard to you, will-do I this.
" Alang-alang sa kapayapaan ng buong pamilya, pinili kong huwag nang banggitin ang lumang alitan namin. "
Natural Translation
For the sake of the whole family's peace, I chose not to bring up our old quarrel anymore.
Literal Translation
Regard to-the peace of-the whole family, chose I-that not anymore mention the old quarrel ours.
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