Mabangis (en. Ferocious)

/ma-baŋ-ɪs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Shows a high level of anger or rage.
The ferocious dog guards its territory.
Ang mabangis na aso ay nagbabantay sa kanyang teritoryo.
Having a dangerous or aggressive nature.
The savage attack of the tiger instilled fear among the hunters.
Ang mabangis na pag-atake ng tigre ay nagdulot ng takot sa mga mangangaso.
Bringing fear or concern to others.
His ferocious glare emphasized his anger.
Ang kanyang mabangis na titig ay nagbigay-diin sa kanyang galit.

Etymology

A nasal derivation from the root 'bangis' meaning fierce or dangerous.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ferocious animal
An animal with a ferocious character or nature.
mabangis na hayop
savage fight
A fight full of anger and rage.
mabangis na labanan

Related Words

ferocity
A fierce or savage nature.
bangis

Slang Meanings

you know, so killer
Your outfit's swag is so killer!
Ang swag ng outfit mo, sobrang mabangis!
strong and cool
Wow, their music is so strong and cool!
Grabe, sobrang mabangis ng tugtog nila!
badass
What he did was so badass; he impressed everyone.
Yung ginawa niya, sobrang mabangis, talagang pinahanga niya lahat.