Angkan (en. Clan)

ˈaŋ.kən

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A group of people with shared blood lineage.
The Dela Cruz clan is known for their beautiful traditions.
Ang angkan ng mga Dela Cruz ay kilala sa kanilang mga magagandang tradisyon.
A family or lineage that descends from a common ancestor.
The Spanish clan has many members in the country.
Ang angkan ng mga Espanyol ay may maraming miyembro sa bansa.
A term for a group of people that shares a common origin.
We should take pride in our clan and history.
Dapat nating ipagmalaki ang ating angkan at kasaysayan.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

clans of the town
families or lineages known in a certain place
mga angkan ng bayan
clan members
people belonging to a clan
taga-angkan

Related Words

lineage
A naming system based on blood heritage.
kan lineage

Slang Meanings

relatives
As they say, 'Clan, we are together in times of hardship and ease!'
Ika nga, 'Angkan, sama-sama tayo sa hirap at ginhawa!'
family
No matter what happens, your clan is your refuge.
Kahit anong mangyari, angkan mo, ang takbuhan mo.
group of friends
We, my clan, are together in this new adventure!
Sama-sama kami ng angkan ko sa bagong pakulo!