Inangpanguman (en. Source mother)

/i.nɐŋ.paŋ.u.man/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The term 'inangpanguman' is used to describe the origin or reason for something.
His story became the source of all the legends in the village.
Ang kanyang kwento ang naging inangpanguman ng lahat ng mga alamat sa baryo.

Etymology

From the root words 'inang' and 'panguman', meaning origin or reason for something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

origin of the story
the main cause or beginning of the story
inangpanguman ng kwento

Related Words

root
This refers to the root from which something originates.
ugat

Slang Meanings

A quick distraction or hindrance.
Those on their phones while playing are just inangpanguman.
Yung mga nasa cellphone habang naglalaro, inangpanguman lang eh.
Something that brings joy or chaos to a situation.
Our friend has become an inangpanguman at the party again.
Nag-inangpanguman na naman yung tropa natin sa party.