Inunan (en. Cradle)

/in-unan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where a baby or child is placed while sleeping.
The baby was laid in the cradle while sleeping.
Pinakawalang-uway ang sanggol sa inunan habang natutulog ito.
An item used to embrace or support something, especially children.
The cradle became significant in my memories from childhood.
Ang inunan ay naging mahalaga sa aking mga alaala mula sa pagkabata.
A symbol of love and care for children.
The cradle is a symbol of the warm care of parents.
Ang inunan ay simbolo ng mainit na pag-aaruga ng mga magulang.

Etymology

Related to the word 'unan' which comes from the root word meaning 'under' or 'sleeping'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The cradle is used as a resting place for babies.
The cradle is used as a resting place for babies.
Tinutulugan ang inunan

Related Words

child
A term referring to a young person or baby.
bata
family
A group of people related by blood or marriage, often including children.
pamilya

Slang Meanings

coming from mom
He seems inunan, he's so happy right now!
Mukhang inunan siya, ang saya-saya niya ngayon!
received love and support
Nothing compares to the joy of the inunan I got from my family.
Walang kapantay ang saya ng inunan na nakuha ko mula sa pamilya ko.