Alisagsag (en. Flag)

a-li-sag-sag

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of flag typically used on various occasions.
They hoisted the flag in the middle of the festival.
Itinaas nila ang alisagsag sa gitna ng pista.
A symbol or sign with a particular meaning.
The flag serves as a symbol of unity.
Ang alisagsag ay nagsisilbing simbolo ng pagkakaisa.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

raise the flag
Raise the symbol of unity or victory.
itaas ang alisagsag

Related Words

national flag
The official flag of a country.
pambansang alisagsag
flag
Also refers to alisagsag but primarily used as a symbol of a country.
bandila

Slang Meanings

Nonsense, like it has no value.
That's just alisagsag, I'm not going to pay attention to him anymore.
Alisagsag na lang yan, hindi ko na siya papansinin.
Aimless or without direction.
He seems so alisagsag in life, no plans at all.
Parang alisagsag lang siya sa buhay, walang plano.
Casual or not serious.
Don't take him seriously, what he's saying is just alisagsag.
Huwag mo siyang seryosohin, alisagsag lang ang sinasabi niya.