Consciousness in Tagalog

“Consciousness” in Tagalog is “Kamalayan” or “Diwa” – referring to the state of being aware of and able to think about one’s surroundings, thoughts, and existence. This profound concept encompasses awareness, perception, and mental alertness. Explore the deeper meanings and applications of this philosophical term in Filipino language and thought.

[Words] = Consciousness

[Definition]:

• Consciousness /ˈkɑːnʃəsnəs/
• Noun 1: The state of being awake and aware of one’s surroundings and thoughts.
• Noun 2: The awareness or perception of something by a person.
• Noun 3: The fact of awareness by the mind of itself and the world.

[Synonyms] = Kamalayan, Diwa, Pag-iisip, Kaalaman, Pagkamalay, Katinuan, Wisyo

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The patient regained consciousness after three hours in surgery.
• Ex1_PH: Ang pasyente ay muling nakabawi ng kamalayan pagkatapos ng tatlong oras sa operasyon.
• Ex2_EN: Meditation helps increase self-awareness and consciousness of the present moment.
• Ex2_PH: Ang meditasyon ay tumutulong na mapataas ang pagkakakilala sa sarili at kamalayan sa kasalukuyang sandali.
• Ex3_EN: She lost consciousness after hitting her head on the concrete floor.
• Ex3_PH: Nawalan siya ng malay matapos tamaan ang kanyang ulo sa semento.
• Ex4_EN: Environmental consciousness is growing among young people today.
• Ex4_PH: Ang kamalayan sa kapaligiran ay lumalaki sa mga kabataan ngayon.
• Ex5_EN: Human consciousness remains one of the greatest mysteries of science.
• Ex5_PH: Ang diwa ng tao ay nananatiling isa sa mga pinakadakilang misteryo ng agham.