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    Kundiman (en. Native love song)

    koon-dee-mahn

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of traditional love song in the Philippines, often containing themes of longing, sadness, and tranquility.
    The kundiman is an important part of Filipino culture that reflects patriotic feelings.
    Ang kundiman ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng kulturang Pilipino na naglalarawan ng mga damdaming makabayan.
    It is often used to express feelings of love and longing for a person.
    His kundiman is full of beautiful messages of love.
    Ang kanyang kundiman ay puno ng magagandang mensahe ng pag-ibig.
    A song written or meant to be dedicated to a very important person in someone's life.
    That kundiman was written for his beloved wife.
    Ang kundiman na iyon ay isinulat niya para sa kanyang asawang mahal.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Love song
    A song that contains themes of love.
    Kundiman ng pag-ibig

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    Slang Meanings

    Romantic or heart-wrenching song
    Wow, that kundiman is beautiful, it's really captivating!
    Grabe, ang ganda ng kundiman na 'yan, talagang nakakabighani!
    Love songs that usually tug at the heartstrings
    At their wedding, they will perform kundiman songs that have deep emotional meaning.
    Sa kasal nila, magpeperform sila ng mga kundiman na hugot.
    Music of the grandparents but still cool
    It's fine, it's still kundiman even if it's old school.
    Ayos lang 'yan, kundiman pa rin kahit old school.