Magtambad (en. To appear)
/magtambad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To show or express something.
He appeared on stage to showcase his talent.
Nagpakita siya sa entablado upang magtambad ng kanyang talento.
To emerge or be seen in front of someone or in a particular place.
The artists appeared in front of their fans at the mall.
Ang mga artista ay nag-tambad sa harap ng kanilang mga fans sa mall.
To reveal the truth or true character.
In his speech, he revealed his true feelings.
Sa kanyang talumpati, nagtambad siya ng kanyang tunay na damdamin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to reveal the truth
to show the true state or character.
magtambad ng totoo
to appear on stage
to come on stage to showcase a performance.
magtambad sa entablado
Related Words
exhibit
Root word meaning 'to show' or 'to reveal'.
tambad
from
A word that indicates origin or start.
mula
Slang Meanings
to be attention-seeking
Don't be so attention-seeking in front of the camera, you're so showy now.
Huwag kang magtambad sa harap ng camera, ang epal mo na kasi.
to be straightforward
Sometimes it's better to be straightforward to be true to yourself.
Minsan mas okay na magtambad ka para maging totoo sa sarili mo.
to show off
In the talent show, he really showed off to get the judges' attention.
Sa talent show, talagang magtampad siya para makuha ang atensyon ng judges.