Maalamat (en. Legend)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A narrative that describes the origin of a person, place, or thing.
The legendary story of the town was shared with the children.
Ang maalamat na kwento ng bayan ay ipinarinig sa mga bata.
A story or narrative that has miraculous elements and is generally untrue.
There are many legendary characters in children's stories.
Maraming maalamat na tauhan sa mga kwentong pambata.
The form of folk culture that describes the struggles and triumphs of ancestors.
Legendary stories are part of our culture.
Ang mga maalamat na kwento ay bahagi ng ating kultura.
Common Phrases and Expressions
legendary bird
A bird known in folk tales that has special powers.
maalamat na ibon
Related Words
story
A conveyance of information or narrative that may include people, animals, or objects.
kuwento
mythology
A system of stories or legends that depict the gods and goddesses of a culture.
mitolohiya
Slang Meanings
like
You're really good at basketball!
Maalamat talaga ang galing mo sa basketball!
cool
Your outfit style is cool, bro!
Maalamat ang style ng suot mo, bro!
famous
That band is famous, they have a lot of fans!
Maalamat yang banda na yan, madaming fans!