Leteng (en. Mist)

/ˈlɛtɛŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of cloud with high humidity that causes poor visibility.
In the morning, there is mist enveloping the entire town.
Sa umaga, may leteng na bumabalot sa buong bayan.
The combination of water and air in the form of small droplets.
The mist brings a cool feeling to the fields.
Ang leteng ay nagdudulot ng malamig na pakiramdam sa bukirin.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

mist in the morning
A thin cloud that covers the ground in the morning.
leteng sa umaga

Related Words

cloud
A collection of small water droplets in the atmosphere.
ulap
dew
Small droplets of water that reach the ground from the air.
hamog

Slang Meanings

Game that involves risk or gambling
Stop with the leteng, you might lose everything!
Tama na ang leteng, baka mawala pa ang lahat!
Annoying or superficial behavior
This leteng of being so annoying has too many excuses!
Ang leteng ng kulet na ito, ang daming palusot!