Kakintaban (en. Glossiness)

ka-kin-ta-ban

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Quality of being shiny or smooth of an object.
The glossiness of the new decoration is truly impressive.
Ang kakintaban ng bagong palamuti ay talagang kahanga-hanga.
State of having a shiny appearance.
The glossiness of her hair reflects her good health.
Ang kakintaban ng kanyang buhok ay nagpapakita ng kanyang magandang kalusugan.
Refers to the sheen or shiny surface of any object.
The glossiness of the household items enhances the overall beauty of the house.
Ang kakintaban ng mga kagamitan sa bahay ay nagpapaganda sa kabuuan ng bahay.

Etymology

root word 'kinta' meaning skin or porcelain

Common Phrases and Expressions

has glossiness
showing characteristics of beauty or appearance due to shine or luster.
may kakintaban

Related Words

shiny
Indicates the presence of glossiness or sheen.
makintab
luster
The condition of being shiny or lustrous.
kinang

Slang Meanings

Are you going to eat? (Nong)
Hey, are you going to eat after class?
Uy, kakintaban ka ba pagkatapos ng klase?
Let's eat!
Come with us, we’re going to eat here!
Sama kayo, kakintaban tayo dito!
Food trip
It’s the weekend, let’s go on a food trip!
Weekend na, kakintaban tayo!