Daluyong (en. Tide)
da-lu-yong
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A strong flow of water, often caused by wind or ocean currents.
The surge brought many piranha to the shore.
Ang daluyong ay nagdala ng marami sa mga basherong piranha sa baybayin.
Another term for the rise in sea water caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon.
The tide in this area is stronger during the new moon.
Ang daluyong sa lugar na ito ay mas malakas sa panahon ng bagong buwan.
Refers to a sudden rise in water that can pose a danger.
The surge caused flooding in low-lying areas.
Ang daluyong ay nagdulot ng pagbaha sa mga mababahong lugar.
Etymology
from the root 'daloy' meaning 'flow of water' or 'pouring'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
surge of emotions
A deep flow of emotions or feelings.
daluyong ng damdamin
Related Words
flow
Means the flowing of any substance, not just water.
daloy
level
Refers to the water level in a part of the sea or river.
agap
Slang Meanings
strong wave or current of water
The sea's waves are so strong because of the storm.
Sobra ang daluyong ng dagat dahil sa bagyo.
outburst or rise of emotions
Because of intense anger, her emotions surged.
Dahil sa labis na galit, nagdaluyong ang kanyang mga damdamin.
significant change or rapid changes occurring
A wave of change happened in her life when she decided to move to another country.
May daluyong na nangyari sa kanyang buhay nang nagdesisyon siyang lumipat ng bansa.