Madyong (en. Gypsy)
ma-dyong
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of game that uses cards.
They play madyong every Saturday.
Naglalaro sila ng madyong tuwing Sabado.
The name for the cards used in this game.
I need a new set of madyong.
Kailangan ko ng bagong set ng madyong.
A popular game during gatherings.
There is often madyong during festivals.
Kadalasan ay may madyong sa mga pista.
Etymology
Originated from the context of card games and gambling.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to play madyong
To engage in the game of madyong.
maglaro ng madyong
Related Words
cards
The cards used to play madyong.
baraha
gambling
The act of betting money in a game.
sugal
Slang Meanings
Beauty or pretty girl
Wow, that girl is so pretty, she's really a madyong!
Grabe, ang ganda ng chicks na 'yan, madyong talaga!
Favorite or popular person
He's the madyong in school, it's like everyone wants to talk to him.
Siya ang madyong sa school, parang lahat ng tao gusto siyang kausapin.
Most cool or most trendy
Your outfit is madyong! It’s awesome!
Yung outfit mo, madyong! Ang astig!