Ingatangyaman (en. Treasure)
/iŋɡatəŋˈjamən/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An object that has a high value or importance.
Memories with family are considered treasures.
Ang mga alaala kasama ang pamilya ay itinuturing na ingatangyaman.
A wealth that is valued and preserved.
His life lessons are a treasure that will never be lost.
Ang kanyang natutunan sa buhay ay ingatangyaman na hindi kailanman mawawala.
A gathering of wealth or value.
The treasure of knowledge from the elders should be passed to the next generation.
Ang ingatangyaman ng kaalaman ng mga matatanda ay dapat ipasa sa susunod na henerasyon.
Etymology
Tagalog: from the words 'ingata' (to take care) and 'yaman' (wealth)
Common Phrases and Expressions
treasure of the heart
The feelings cherished by a person.
ingatangyaman ng puso
historical treasure
Important events from the past that should be preserved and valued.
ingatangyaman ng kasaysayan
Related Words
value
Value refers to the price or importance of an object.
halaga
to protect
To protect is the action of taking care or nurturing something.
protectahan
Slang Meanings
There are famous people or things that are worshipped
Wow, so many icons in this place, only celebrities are here!
Grabe, ang daming ingatangyaman sa lugar na 'to, puro mga artista ang nandito!
Referring to things that are hard to attain
The glamorous life is so hard to achieve!
Ang ingatangyaman na buhay, ang hirap makuha niyan!