Kumidlat (en. Lightning)

/ku.mi.dlat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Refers to the act of lightning appearing or flashing in the sky.
Lightning flashed mercifully, causing fear among the people.
Kumidlat sa awa ng Diyos, at nagdulot ito ng takot sa mga tao.
An expression of the power of nature in the form of lightning.
The clouds gathered, and when lightning suddenly flashed, everyone was awed.
Ang mga ulap ay nagtipon, at nang biglang kumidlat, lahat ay napahanga.

Etymology

Root word: kidlat

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lightning flashed outside
There was lightning outside; a storm or bad weather is occurring.
Kumidlat sa labas

Related Words

lightning
A natural phenomenon that comes from electricity in the atmosphere.
kidlat
thunder
The sound that accompanies lightning resulting from the explosion of electricity.
kulog

Slang Meanings

To flash light or a gap, often used in relation to quick movement or reaction.
I flashed it when he passed me the answer key that was all correct!
Kumidlat ako nung pinasa niya sa akin yung answer key na tama lahat!
In a hurry or rushing to do something.
I rushed out, I still have a lot to do!
Kumidlat na ako sa pag-alis, ang dami pang gagawin!