Angang (en. Howling)

/'a.ŋa.ng/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sound associated with crying or moaning accompanied by anger or pain.
His howling echoed throughout the village due to immense pain.
Ang kanyang ngangalngal ay umabot sa buong barangay sa sobrang sakit.
The act of howling or shrieking that arises from deep emotions.
The child's sadness caused a howl.
Nagdulot ng ngangalngal ang kalungkutang nararamdaman ng bata.
verb
The action of howling or expressing feelings.
He often howls when he is confused.
Madalas siyang umangal kapag siya ay naguguluhan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'anga' meaning to shout or howl.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pleading and howling
The calling or crying as if pleading.
nagmakaawa at ngangalngal

Related Words

tear
The liquid that flows from the eyes as a sign of emotion.
luha
pain
A feeling of discomfort or hurt.
sakit

Slang Meanings

Smart and playful girl.
She's the angang friend of mine, always has an idea for everything.
Siya yung kaibigan kong angang, laging may ideya sa lahat ng bagay.
A person who speaks freely and has a beautiful voice.
When she sang in front of everyone, she was really angang!
Nung kumanta siya sa harap ng lahat, ang angang niya talaga!
So cool or awesome.
Wow, you're so angang with your new vibe, bestie!
Grabe, ang angang mo sa bagong sibol na beshie!