Kaurian (en. Essence)

/ka-u-ri-an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The essential nature or quality of something.
A person's essence lies in their beliefs.
Ang kaurian ng isang tao ay nakasalalay sa kanyang mga pinaniniwalaan.
The true characteristic that identifies an individual or thing.
You should explore the essence of your own identity.
Dapat mong tuklasin ang kaurian ng iyong sariling pagkatao.
The spirit or meaning of an idea or event.
I see the essence of his art in his masterpiece.
Nakikita ko ang kaurian ng kanyang sining sa kanyang obra.

Common Phrases and Expressions

essence of life
The true meaning and value of life.
kaurian ng buhay
essence of humanity
The inherent nature of a person.
kaurian ng pagkatao

Related Words

truth
Truth refers to the principle or state of being true.
katotohanan
art
Art is a way of expressing essence and meaning.
sining

Slang Meanings

Doesn't care
My friend said, 'You're so kaurian again, why didn't you ignore them?'
Sabi ng kaibigan ko, 'Kaurian ka na naman, bakit di mo sila pinansin?'
Cool or Awesome
The new games now are kaurian! They're so fun!
Ang mga bagong laro ngayon, kaurian! Ang saya!
Lazy or Unmotivated
There you go again, so kaurian, you're still not going in!
Nandiyan ka na naman, kaurian, hindi ka pa rin nakakapasok!