Daglian (en. Suddenness)

/daɡˈli.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The characteristic of something occurring suddenly.
The suddenness of his decision led to unexpected results.
Ang daglian ng kanyang desisyon ay nagdulot ng hindi inaasahang resulta.
A rapid event or action.
The suddenness of the accident caused fear among the witnesses.
Ang daglian ng aksidente ay nagdulot ng takot sa mga saksi.

Etymology

derived from the root 'dagli' meaning sudden or quick.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sudden events
events that happened simultaneously and without notice
daglian ng mga pangyayari

Related Words

sudden
meaning sudden or quick action.
dagli

Slang Meanings

super fast
Things are happening so fast in school right now!
Ang daglian talaga ng mga pangyayari ngayon sa school!
instant
Our conversation turned into an instant, I didn't even notice.
Naging daglian ang usapan namin, hindi ko na namalayan.
so fast
The events in the community are happening so fast in town.
Sobrang daglian ng mga event ng barangay sa bayan.