Kalakhan (en. Greatness)

ka-la-khan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state or quality of being great or significant.
His greatness was evident in his deeds.
Ang kanyang kalakhan ay nahayag sa kanyang mga gawa.
Measurement of grandeur or high level.
The palaces are symbols of their greatness.
Ang mga palasyo ay simbolo ng kanilang kalakhan.
Importance in a particular context or situation.
The significance of his idea moved many.
Ang kalakhan ng kanyang ideya ay umantig sa marami.

Etymology

Root word: lakhan

Common Phrases and Expressions

the greatness of a person
the perception of a person's goodness and significance.
ang kalakhan ng isang tao
greatness of a nation
an analysis of a nation's condition or status.
kalakhan ng bansa

Related Words

great
A term referring to having high or good qualities.
dakila
characteristic
Qualities that describe a person or thing.
katangian

Slang Meanings

Group of people together.
The kalakhan of the group gathered for a drinking session.
Ang kalakhan ng tropa ay nagkasama-sama sa isang inuman.
A lot of people in one place.
It’s a bit crowded because the kalakhan of people in the mall right now.
Medyo masikip kasi ang kalakhan ng tao sa mall ngayon.
The majority.
The kalakhan of the kids don't want to study.
Kalakhan ng mga bata ay ayaw mag-aral.