Kahigpunuan (en. Crown)

/ka.hig.pu.nuan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of crown or hat worn by powerful kings.
The king's kahigpunuan is made of gold and precious stones.
Ang kahigpunuan ng hari ay gawa sa ginto at mga mamahaling bato.
A symbol of power and independence.
His kahigpunuan shows his achievements in life.
Ang kanyang kahigpunuan ay nagpapakita ng kanyang mga tagumpay sa buhay.
Named after a level of recognition or admiration.
He attained a kahigpunuan of success in the field of art.
Isang kahigpunuan ng tagumpay ang kanyang natamo sa larangan ng sining.

Etymology

originates from the roots 'kahig' and 'punuan'

Common Phrases and Expressions

testimony of the crown
recognition of achieved successes
pahimakas ng kahigpunuan

Related Words

coronation
ceremony of completion and appointment of a king or queen.
koronasyon
kingship
the status of being a king.
pagka-hari

Slang Meanings

powerful voice or sound
Her kahigpunuan in dancing is incredible! Even the people around are intrigued.
Grabe ang kahigpunuan niya sa pagsasayaw! Kahit ang mga tao sa paligid, naiintriga.
fearless or comfortable in a situation
On stage, her kahigpunuan seems so at ease. It's fun!
Sa stage, 'yung kahigpunuan niya ay parang walang kabado. Ang saya!
energy or enthusiasm
The kahigpunuan of the party earlier was contagious. Everyone was buzzing with excitement!
Ang kahigpunuan ng party kanina ay nakakaengganyo. Lahat tayong kinabahan sa saya ng mga tao!