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    Kapanglawan (en. Dullness)

    /ka.paŋ.lá.wan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    State of being colorless or bright.
    The dullness of the sky indicates rain.
    Ang kapanglawan ng langit ay nagpapahiwatig ng pag-ulan.
    Being cold or devoid of joy.
    The dullness in her voice indicated her sadness.
    Ang kapanglawan sa kanyang boses ay nagpahiwatig ng kanyang kalungkutan.
    Lack of vigor or happiness.
    The dullness in his eyes described his fatigue.
    Ang kapanglawan sa kanyang mata ay naglalarawan ng kanyang pagod.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'lawan' and the prefix 'ka-' meaning state or quality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    their dullness
    their lack of joy or vitality.
    kanilang kapanglawan

    Related Words

    brightness
    Refers to the state of being bright or lively.
    lawan

    Slang Meanings

    sad feeling
    The children's sadness was overwhelming when they found out they didn't pass.
    Sobrang kapanglawan ng mga bata nang malaman nilang hindi sila nakapasa.
    dullness without vigor
    The pointless conversation brought a sense of dullness.
    Kapanglawan ang dala ng walang kwentang usapan.
    longing or nostalgia
    I feel a sense of longing for our memories.
    May kapanglawan ako sa ating mga alaala.