What is panlaping makangalan?

Panlaping makangalan, or nominal affixes, are prefixes or suffixes in the Filipino language that are used to form nouns. These affixes can change the meaning of a root Word, allowing the creation of new Words that denote people, places, or things. For example, adding the prefix "ka-" to "ibigan" (friend) forms "kaibigan," meaning "friend" or "companion." This linguistic feature is essential for expanding vocabulary and expressing various concepts in Filipino.