Kagayakan (en. Brilliance)

/kaɡaˈjakan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Quality of being beautiful or attractive.
The beauty of the flower is truly astonishing.
Ang kagayakan ng bulaklak ay talagang kahanga-hanga.
The radiance of light that brings joy and glory.
The brilliance of the sun warmed the cold morning.
Ang kagayakan ng araw ay nagbigay ng init sa malamig na umaga.
Description of something star-like or wonderful.
The splendor of her dress stood out among many.
Ang kagayakan ng kanyang damit ay tumindig sa maraming tao.

Etymology

From the word 'kagay', meaning 'beauty' or 'brightness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

splendor of nature
The beauty and brightness brought by nature.
kagayakan ng kalikasan
brilliance of art
The wonderful quality of art.
kagayakan ng sining

Related Words

beauty
Quality of being visually attractive.
kagandahan
light
Proper type of beam enveloping something.
Liwanag

Slang Meanings

very Instagrammable
This place is so beautiful, perfect for photo ops!
Sobrang kagayakan ng lugar na ito, perfect para sa mga photo ops!
cool look
Wow, the beauty of your outfit is cool!
Grabe ang kagayakan ng outfit mo, astig!
fashionable
The beauty of the people here is so fashionable!
Ang kagayakan ng mga tao dito, ang fashionable!
beauty
The beauty of this flower is astonishing!
Ang kagayakan ng bulaklak na ito ay nakakamangha!