Kadunguan (en. Perch)

/kaduŋu.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a high place or spot that focuses on a sideways view.
He sat on the perch to get a better view.
Umupo siya sa kadunguan upang mas maganda ang niyang tanawin.
A location where a person or animal can sit or stand to see the surroundings.
Birds often perch to survey their environment.
Ang mga ibon ay madalas na nauupo sa kadunguan upang suriin ang kanilang kapaligiran.
A place or spot that allows for better observation of any scenario.
He often hangs out at the perch in his house to watch passersby.
Madalas siyang tumatambay sa kadunguan sa kanyang bahay upang obserbahan ang mga dumadaan.

Etymology

From the word 'dungaw' which means 'glance' or 'peek'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sit on the perch
Climb to a high place and sit to see the surroundings.
Umupo sa kadunguan

Related Words

glance
The act of looking or peeking from a high spot.
dungaw

Slang Meanings

extreme, super happy
This is crazy, I'm so happy right now!
Kadunguan 'to, ang saya saya ko ngayon!
almost going crazy from excellence
Wow, the strength of their performances is insane!
Grabe, kadunguan ang lakas ng performances nila!
joyful, party mode
The vibe at this event is off the charts!
Kadunguan ang vibe sa event na ito!