Maalinsangan (en. Humid)

/ma-a-lin-sa-gan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to the state of weather with high humidity and heat.
It is very humid outside today, so bring some water.
Ngayon ay napaka-maalinsangan sa labas, kaya't magdala ka ng tubig.
Gives a feeling of fatigue and discomfort due to hot climate.
Sometimes, the humid weather can drain your energy all day.
Minsan, nakakaubos ng enerhiya ang maalinsangan na panahon sa buong araw.
Can describe the sensation of sticky or wet skin due to heat.
My skin feels humid after spending a few hours outside.
Ang aking balat ay pakiramdam maalinsangan matapos ang ilang oras sa labas.

Etymology

From the root word 'alinsangan' meaning hot and humid weather.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The weather is humid
The weather is hot and has high humidity.
Maalinsangan ang panahon

Related Words

humidity
A state characterized by high moisture and heat.
alinsangan

Slang Meanings

hot weather
Wow, it's so hot today; I don't even want to go outside!
Grabe, ang maalinsangan ngayon, parang ayaw ko nang lumabas!
sweaty
Because it's so humid, I'm really sweaty even though I'm not exerting myself.
Dahil sa maalinsangan, ang dami kong pawis kahit hindi ako nag-eexert.
hard to breathe
It's so humid here, it's like hard to breathe.
Sobrang maalinsangan dito, parang ang hirap huminga.