Makinang (en. Shiny)

/maˈkinang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Shiny; having a bright appearance.
The shiny fresh fruits immediately caught attention.
Ang makinang na sariwang prutas ay agad na nakatawag ng pansin.
Possessing a high level of shine or luster.
The shiny jewelry is made of pure gold.
Ang makinang na alahas ay gawa sa purong ginto.

Etymology

root word: shine

Common Phrases and Expressions

shiny car
a car that looks bright
makinang na kotse

Related Words

shine
a characteristic of an object that is bright or shiny.
kintab

Slang Meanings

super shiny
Wow, my new shoes are super shiny!
Grabe, ang makinang ng bagong shoes ko!
glittering or sparkling
Her jewelry looks glittering under the sun.
Parang makinang ang mga alahas niya sa ilalim ng araw.
show off
Maybe she's shiny on stage because she wants to show off.
Baka naman makinang siya sa stage kasi gusto niyang magpasikat.