Dunong (en. Wisdom)
/ˈdunɔŋ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Knowledge or consideration of a matter.
The teacher's wisdom helped us understand the lesson.
Ang dunong ng guro ay nakatulong sa aming pag-unawa sa aralin.
Ability to use knowledge effectively.
A leader must have the wisdom in managing people.
Ang isang pinuno ay dapat magkaroon ng dunong sa pamamahala ng tao.
Deep understanding or wise perspective.
His wisdom in life led him to success.
Ang kanyang dunong sa buhay ay naghatid sa kanya sa tagumpay.
Etymology
from the Latin word 'scientia' meaning knowledge.
Common Phrases and Expressions
wisdom and intelligence
Combination of knowledge and intelligence.
dunong at talino
wisdom in life
Knowledge embedded in life experiences.
dunong sa buhay
Related Words
intelligent people
Individuals with high knowledge or intelligence.
matatalino
wisdom
A broader form of knowledge, including experience and understanding.
karunungan
Slang Meanings
intelligence or knowledge
My friend is super smart in math; he always wins at the quiz bee.
Sobrang dunong ng kaibigan ko sa math, lagi siyang nananalo sa quiz bee.
involved in discussions or debates
When there's a question, he is always consulted because of his knowledge.
Pag nagkaroon ng katanungan, siya lagi ang sinasangguni dahil sa kanyang dunong.
wisdom
The elders truly have a lot of wisdom to share.
Ang mga matatanda talaga, mayroong maraming dunong na maibabahagi.