Maharlika (en. Noble)

/ma-har-li-ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term for a good person or at least a person of high status in society.
The nobles are considered community leaders.
Ang maharlika ay itinuturing na mga lider ng komunidad.
It refers to wealthy or highly educated individuals.
Many nobles participated in the meeting.
Maraming maharlika ang lumahok sa pagpupulong.
A type of identity related to nobility.
The nobles have a vision for the betterment of the community.
Ang mga maharlika ay may pananaw sa pagpapabuti ng bayan.

Etymology

Derived from the Sanskrit words for 'base' and 'nobleman'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Noble society
A society led by nobles.
Maharlikang lipunan
Noble in art
A level of art that showcases the wealth and culture of nobles.
Maharlika sa likhang sining

Related Words

archangel
A high rank of angel related to nobles.
arkanghel
education
The process of imparting knowledge to the youth from the nobles.
pagtuturo

Slang Meanings

Noble person or someone of high social status.
They are the nobility in our neighborhood.
Sila ang mga maharlika sa aming barangay.
Rich or wealthy people walking around here.
Those people in the café look like nobles.
Parang mga maharlika yung mga taong nandiyan sa café.
A way of expressing success or possessing grandeur.
His life is so noble; it feels like he’s always in a good state.
Ang buhay niya, kay maharlika; parang laging nasa magandang estado.