Lamig (en. Cold)

lah-mig

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality or state of being cold.
The coldness of the morning air is refreshing.
Ang lamig ng hangin sa umaga ay nakakapagpabuhay.
A feeling often accompanied by a need for warmth.
In the cold weather, we need jackets.
Sa lamig ng panahon, kailangan natin ng jacket.
The general feeling of coldness for the body.
The cold of the water is too intense for me.
Ang lamig ng tubig ay masyadong matindi para sa akin.

Etymology

From the word 'lamig' meaning cold or not warm.

Common Phrases and Expressions

coldness of the weather
The level of temperature drop at a certain time.
lamig ng panahon
coldness of the water
The cold temperature of the water.
lamig ng tubig

Related Words

chilliness
A word that describes a deeper effect of cold.
lamig-lamig
fiery
Not as cold, the opposite of cold.
nag-aalab

Slang Meanings

the beauty of cold weather
The cold here at the beach is so nice, like we're in Baguio.
Ang sarap ng lamig dito sa beach, parang nasa Baguio.
feeling down or sad
Your vibes are so cold, what's the problem?
Parang ang lamig ng vibes mo, anong problema?
unfriendly or distant
His reception towards me is so cold, not even a single question.
Ang lamig ng reception niya sa akin, wala talagang tanong-tanong.