From root: yaman
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
pinagyaman
pi-nag-ya-MAN
enriched or nurtured
Present (Incomplete)
pinagyayaman
pi-nag-ya-ya-MAN
enriching or nurturing
Future (Contemplated)
pagyayamanin
pag-ya-ya-ma-NIN
will enrich or nurture
Usage Note
Pagyamanin is used when referring to the act of nurturing or cultivating abstract concepts like culture, language, or skills rather than just material wealth. It is frequently seen in formal speeches, literature, or educational settings to encourage the preservation and growth of national heritage.
Examples
" Pagyamanin natin ang lupa. "
Natural Translation
Let's enrich the soil.
Literal Translation
Enrich we the soil.
" Kailangan mong pagyamanin ang lupa. "
Natural Translation
You need to enrich the soil.
Literal Translation
Need you enrich the soil.
" Tungkulin nating mga mamamayan na pagyamanin ang ating wika at kultura para sa susunod na henerasyon. "
Natural Translation
It is our duty as citizens to nurture our language and culture for the next generation.
Literal Translation
Duty our citizens that enrich the our language and culture for the next generation.
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