Lungad (en. Emanation)

/luŋ'ad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An appearance or manifestation of light or brightness.
The emergence of the sun in the morning brings joy to people.
Ang lungad ng araw sa umaga ay nakakapagbigay saya sa mga tao.
A moment or situation where something becomes clear or visible.
The emergence of the truth provided a new perspective on that situation.
Ang lungad ng katotohanan ay nagbigay ng bagong pananaw sa sitwasyong iyon.

Etymology

The term 'lungad' stems from the root of 'liwanag' which refers to providing light or emergence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

emergence of the truth
The appearance or recognition of the true state.
lungad ng katotohanan

Related Words

light
Refers to any form of illumination that emphasizes or enlivens.
liwanag

Slang Meanings

being open with others
Our group is really open, so we all are close.
Lungad ang lungad ng barkada namin, kaya lahat kami close.
no pretension
He/She is so straightforward, doesn't act differently no matter who he/she talks to.
Sobrang lungad niya, hindi siya nag-aarte kahit na sino pa ang kausap.
frank or direct expression
Juan is very straightforward, he immediately says what's on his mind.
Walang lungad si Juan, sinasabi niya agad kung anong nasa isip niya.