Makaluma (en. Traditional)

/mɑ.kɑˈlu.mɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to things related to tradition or culture from the past.
The traditional tools showcase our history.
Ang mga makaluma na kasangkapan ay nagpapakita ng ating kasaysayan.
Expresses an old style or way.
Her clothes have a traditional and elegant design.
Ang kanyang mga damit ay may makaluma at eleganteng disenyo.
Pertains to thoughts and practices handed down from previous generations.
Traditional behaviors are important in our society.
Mahalaga ang mga makaluma na pag-uugali sa ating lipunan.

Etymology

root word 'luma' + prefix 'ma-'

Common Phrases and Expressions

traditional perspective
A viewpoint rooted in traditions and the past.
makaluma na pananaw
traditional art
Art that has been inherited from the past.
makaluma na sining

Related Words

custom
Traditional practices or behaviors of a group or society.
kaugalian
culture
The entirety of ideas, practices, and traditions of a particular group.
kultura

Slang Meanings

old-fashioned or traditional
You seem to smile at the old-fashioned things, huh?
Parang nakangiti ka sa mga makalumang bagay, huh?
outdated
Those are outdated ideas, that's not in style anymore!
Yan ang mga makalumang ideya, hindi na yan uso!
classic
Your songs are so classic, but they're fun to listen to.
Sobrang makaluma ng mga kanta mo, pero ang saya pakinggan.