Kayumanis (en. Brownish)

ka-yu-ma-nis

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
A type of color that is closer to brown.
Her skin is brownish and seems to shine in the sun.
Ang kanyang balat ay kayumanis at tila nagniningning sa araw.
Description of something that has a mix of brown and other colors.
The flowers in the garden have a brownish tone that looks attractive.
Ang mga bulaklak sa hardin ay may kayumanis na tono na mukhang kaakit-akit.

Etymology

Tagalog term that describes a color similar to brown.

Common Phrases and Expressions

brownish skin
Skin that has a brown color.
kayumanis na balat

Related Words

brown
A color often used to describe human skin or objects.
kayumanggi

Slang Meanings

somewhat brownish in color
Jessa's skin is kayumanis, making her even more beautiful under the sun.
Ang balat ni Jessa ay kayumanis, kaya mas lalo siyang gumaganda sa ilalim ng araw.
having a kind of sweetness or charm
Liza's voice is kayumanis; it's so nice to listen to.
Napaka-kayumanis ng boses ni Liza, parang ang sarap pakinggan.