Lagda

norm; rulenoun

Alternative meanings

A norm, rule, guideline, or principle that indicates how something should be done or how someone should behave.

Pronunciation

LAHG-dah

Root and affixes

Root: lagda. It can be used as a noun for norm/rule and also as a verbal base related to setting rules.

Variants or conjugations

kalagdaan = code or set of rules; sumbanan = standard, pattern, or reference

Related words and expressions

standard, law, command, policy

Meaning and usage notes

Use lagda when talking about a specific norm or rule. Use sumbanan when you mean a standard, pattern, or model of reference.