pagbabalik-bayad
The English phrase reimbursement is translated into Tagalog as pagbabalik-bayad.
Reimbursement refers to the act of compensating someone for an expense.
Meaning: compensating someone for an expense (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word pagbabalik-bayad is a compound noun where 'pagbabalik' means 'returning' and 'bayad' means 'payment'.
Did you know?
- The root word bayad is used not just for money but also for the 'payment' of a debt of gratitude, known as utang na loob, which can never be fully reimbursed.
- In the Philippines, asking for pagbabalik-bayad for small favors among close friends or family can sometimes be seen as cold or contrary to the spirit of bayanihan or communal unity.
- In traditional markets, a person might ask for sukli, which is the specific type of 'return payment' given as change, distinguishing it from a general pagbabalik-bayad.
Examples in context
- Ang mga nagastos ko ay dapat mabayaran sa pamamagitan ng pagsasauli ng gastos.My expenses should be paid through reimbursement.
- Kailan ang pagbabalik-bayad para sa pamasahe ko?When is the reimbursement for my fare?
- Naghihintay ako ng pagbabalik-bayad para sa mga gamit.I am waiting for the reimbursement for the supplies.
- Mabilis ang pagbabalik-bayad sa aming kumpanya.The reimbursement in our company is fast.
Example conversation
Christina asks Mark about a business expense claim at the office.
- ChristinaMark, nasaan na ang pagbabalik-bayad sa binili ko?Mark, where is the reimbursement for what I bought?
- MarkIpoproseso na ito ng accounting ngayong hapon.Accounting will process this this afternoon.
- ChristinaSalamat, kailangan ko na kasi ang pera.Thanks, because I need the money already.
- MarkDarating na ang pera sa iyong account bukas.The money will arrive in your account tomorrow.
