Madlang (en. Ordinary people)

/mad.lang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term for the majority or group of people.
The crowd attended the celebration.
Ang madlang tao ay dumalo sa pagdiriwang.
Refers to the common citizen or the public.
Government decisions should consider the welfare of the people.
Ang mga desisyon ng gobyerno ay dapat isaalang-alang ang kapakanan ng madlang.
A form of expression that reflects the feelings of the majority.
The public voice is important in democracy.
Ang madlang boses ay mahalaga sa demokrasya.

Etymology

In the Tagalog language, 'madlang' comes from the root word 'dlang', which implies a higher stature or greater number.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ordinary people
Refers to people or the public in an open manner.
madlang pipol

Related Words

person
An individual forming a group or population.
tao
society
A group of people connected based on culture, tradition, and customs.
lipunan

Slang Meanings

happy people or common folks
Let's go to the concert together; we're like madlang people just enjoying!
Sama-sama tayo sa concert, para tayong madlang people na nag-eenjoy!
people around who love to have fun
The party was fun; there were lots of madlang around!
Ang saya ng party, daming madlang sa paligid!
quick action or gathering
We were like madlang people climbing the mountain, all together!
Parang madlang kami sa pag-akyat sa bundok, sabay-sabay!