Katanghalian (en. Noon)
/ka.tang.ha.li.an/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The afternoon is the time between morning and afternoon, typically from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
The afternoon is a good time for a break.
Ang katanghalian ay tamang oras para sa pahinga.
It is a part of the day that is often hot.
The afternoon is often hot in the Philippines.
Madalas na mainit ang katanghalian sa Pilipinas.
Etymology
derived from the root 'tanghali' meaning 'noon' or 'midday'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
It's noon already
It means it's time to start a task or activity.
Katanghalian na tayo
Related Words
morning
The time from dawn until noon.
umaga
afternoon
The time from noon until evening.
hapon
Slang Meanings
lunch or midday meal
What are we eating for lunch, guys?
Ano bang kakainin natin sa katanghalian, guys?
time that isn't too long, referring to midday
We need to leave, it’s already midday.
Kailangan nating umalis na, katanghalian na.