Alba (en. Dawn)

/ˈalba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The time of sunrise, when light begins to come in the morning.
We often walk on the beach at dawn.
Madalas kaming naglalakad sa dalampasigan tuwing alba.
A symbol of the beginning or new start.
The dawn of the new year is always full of hope.
Ang alba ng bagong taon ay laging puno ng pag-asa.

Etymology

Focused on the Greek word 'alba' meaning 'white' or 'light'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dawn of life
symbol of a new beginning or hope in life
alba ng buhay

Related Words

light
The state of being bright or providing light.
liwanag
rise
The action or process of rising, especially of the sun.
sikat

Slang Meanings

full of life, lively
With how fun the party was, everyone was really lively!
Sa sobrang saya ng party, ang lahat ay talagang alba!
don't worry, just chill
Just chill, we'll deal with that later!
Alba lang, mamaya na yun!