Kundilat (en. Glimmer)

koon-dee-lat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A quick flash of light.
The glimmer of the sun behind the clouds is a beautiful sight.
Ang kundilat ng araw sa likod ng mga ulap ay napaka-magandang tanawin.
A light that sparkles or shines slightly.
There is a glimmer of stars in the dark sky.
May kundilat ang mga bituin sa madilim na langit.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'kundil' which means 'glimmer' or 'to shine'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

glimmer of hope
A slight indication of hope or positive change.
kundilat ng pag-asa

Related Words

sparkle
A quick and unstable flash of light.
kislap
light
State of being bright; provides illumination.
liwanag

Slang Meanings

dread or fear
The kundilat of his eyes shows fear.
Ang kundilat ng mata niya ay nagpapakita ng takot.
the act of raising or fluttering the eyes
He held his heart while the kundilat of his eyes gave hope.
Nakahawak siya sa kanyang puso habang ang kundilat ng kanyang mga mata ay nagbigay pag-asa.