Kadakilaan (en. Grandeur)

ka-da-ki-la-an

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state or condition of being great or admirable.
The greatness of his works is recognized worldwide.
Ang kadakilaan ng kanyang mga gawa ay nakilala sa buong mundo.
A characteristic describing a high level of worth or virtue.
The grandeur of her heart is truly admirable.
Ang kadakilaan ng kanyang puso ay sadyang kahanga-hanga.

Etymology

derived from the word 'dakila' meaning 'great' or 'noble'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

great person
a person with high ability or character.
dakilang tao

Related Words

great
A word indicating high quality or importance.
dakila

Slang Meanings

hope is alive
When you're around, I feel the greatness of life.
Kapag nandiyan ka, parang nadadama ko ang kadakilaan ng buhay.
level up
Wow, the greatness of this achievement feels like a level up in life!
Grabe, ang kadakilaan ng achievement na 'to, parang level up sa buhay!
epic
Their concert was so great, it was epic!
Yung concert nila, sobrang kadakilaan, ang epic!