Ilang-ilang (en. Ylang-ylang)

/iˈlaŋ iˈlaŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of tree belonging to the Annonaceae family known for its fragrant flowers.
The ilang-ilang is often used in making perfumes.
Ang ilang-ilang ay madalas na ginagamit sa paggawa ng pabango.
The flower of the ilang-ilang used in aromatherapy.
Many people use ilang-ilang oil for its calming properties.
Maraming tao ang gumagamit ng langis ng ilang-ilang para sa kanyang pampakalma na katangian.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ilang-ilang perfume
Perfume that uses the fragrance of ilang-ilang.
ilang-ilang na pabango

Related Words

perfume
A product used to give a pleasant scent.
pabango

Slang Meanings

a flower that mimics or is cute
The ilangilang flowers in that bouquet are so cute!
Ang cute ng mga ilangilang sa bouquet na yan!
a beautiful scent or fragrance
I can smell her ilangilang even from a distance.
Ang ilangilang niya, amoy na amoy kahit ako’y nasa malayo.