Langap (en. Aspiration)

lah-ngap

Meaning & Definition

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noun
An intense desire to achieve something deemed important or of high status.
His aspiration is to become a famous artist.
Ang kanyang langap ay maging isang tanyag na artista.
The process of desiring to change a situation or condition into a better form.
The aspiration of every individual motivates them to strive.
Ang langap ng bawat tao ay nag-uudyok sa kanila na magsikap.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'langap' which means 'to dream or think creatively'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Aspiration of the heart
Deep desire or ambition of a person.
Langap ng puso

Related Words

dream
A word similar to aspiration that refers to a goal or desired outcome.
pangarap
goal
A high purpose or ambition of a person.
adhikain

Slang Meanings

Cool or strong older brother or sister.
Mark is such a langap; he always has something cool going on!
Ang langap ni Mark, lagi siyang may ganap na astig!
A person who is overly loud or over the top in their actions.
Don't be so langap in front of the kids, it's alarming!
Huwag kang maging langap sa harap ng bata, nakakabahala!
Term for people who act boastful or showy.
That's Paul, such a langap when he talks, he's so full of himself!
Yan si Paul, langap na makipag-usap, ang yabang!