Karimlan (en. Darkness)

ka-ri-mlan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Condition or state of lack of light.
The darkness of the night allowed the stars to shine.
Ang karimlan ng gabi ay nagbigay daan sa mga bituin na magliwanag.
Symbol of evil or negative things.
His eyes seemed to contain darkness and secrets.
Ang kanyang mga mata ay tila naglalaman ng karimlan at lihim.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'karimlan' which means darkness or lack of light.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shadows in the darkness
Things or situations that are hidden or not easily seen in the dark.
mga anino sa karimlan

Related Words

darkness quality
Characteristic of being dark or not well-lit.
karimlanin

Slang Meanings

dark place or situation
The criminals are here, the surroundings are like darkness.
Nandiyan na ang mga kriminal, parang karimlan na ang paligid.
sadness or depression
Your post is full of darkness, it looks like you're going through something.
Ang post mo, puno ng karimlan, mukhang may pinagdadaanan ka.
hopelessness
Due to the difficulties in life, his mind is filled with darkness.
Sa sobrang hirap ng buhay, napuno na ng karimlan ang isip niya.