Alangalang (en. Chaos)

/alaŋgalaŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of disorder or chaos.
Their damaged house was full of chaos after the storm.
Ang kanilang nasirang bahay ay puno ng alangalang matapos ang bagyo.
A condition characterized by lack of order or arrangement of things.
The chaos in his room is due to his natural disposition.
Ang alangalang sa kanyang silid ay sanhi ng kanyang angking kalikasan.
A situation filled with turmoil and misunderstanding.
The chaos in the meeting caused misunderstanding among the members.
Ang alangalang sa pulong ay nagdulot ng hindi pagkakaintindihan sa mga miyembro.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the midst of chaos
in a situation of turmoil
sa gitna ng alangalang

Related Words

turmoil
A situation filled with disorder.
kaguluhan
disorder
A state of disagreement or disarray.
gulo

Slang Meanings

Being silly or showing cuteness
His playful act behind his friend is amusing.
Ang alangalang niya sa likod ng kaibigan niya ay nakakatuwa.
Over-exaggerated noise or attention-seeking towards someone
Don't be so dramatic towards him, he's not worth it!
Huwag kang masyadong alangalang sa kanya, wala namang kwenta yan!
Someone who loves to hype things up or show off
You're such a show-off that’s why I brought you to the party.
Alangalang ka kasi kaya sinama kita sa party.