Mahablangka (en. Long story)
/mahablɑŋkɑ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A story or narrative that is long and detailed.
Sometimes, long stories can be boring, but there are lessons to be learned.
Minsan, ang mga mahablangka ay nakakainip, ngunit may mga aral na maaaring makuha.
A narrative filled with events and characters.
The long story of his life is filled with challenges and successes.
Ang mahablangka ng kanyang buhay ay puno ng mga pagsubok at tagumpay.
Etymology
Originating from the words 'mahabla' and 'blangka'
Common Phrases and Expressions
The story is long
The story is complex and full of details.
Mahaba ang kwento
Related Words
narrative
A story or report that narrates events.
salaysay
Slang Meanings
Strong wind or windy weather.
Wow, it's really mahablangka outside! I feel like I might fly away.
Ay grabe, ang mahablangka dito sa labas! Parang lilipad na ako.
Means overly thinking or worrying about something.
That's why I studied hard, because I'm so mahablangka about the exam later.
Kaya ako nag-aral nang mabuti, kasi mahablangka ako sa exam mamaya.