pagbibigay

Pagbibigay is a Filipino term referring to the act of giving, donations, or conferring something to another person. It comes from the root wordbigay with the prefix pag-, which nominalizes the verb to denote the process or instance of giving. The phrase pagbigay/pagbibigay is commonly used with an object introduced by ng to specify what is given, for example pagbigay ng regalo or pagbigay ng tulong. The term can refer to material goods, time, or support, and it encompasses both voluntary acts and formal distributions.

Usage and contexts: In family life, pagbigay can mean giving gifts during celebrations; in charity and social welfare, it refers to offerings of aid, donations, or relief goods. In religious or community settings, it may describe almsgiving or acts of service. The act of giving is often discussed in terms of reciprocity and gratitude, and social norms commonly encourage timely and appropriate giving with sensitivity to needs and consent. The act can be personal (pagbibigay ng regalo) or institutional (pagbibigay ng ayuda, donasyon).

Related terms include pagkakaloob (granting), pag-aabot (handing over), and pag-aalay (offering). While closely related, these terms carry slightly different nuances: pagkakaloob emphasizes the act of granting or bestowing; pag-aabot stresses the physical act of handing something to another; pag-aalay often implies a formal offering or sacrifice. The concept of pagbibigay is an important aspect of Filipino social behavior and cultural values surrounding generosity.