Mamangko (en. Uncle)
/maˈmaŋko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term for a male relative related to parents.
The children love their uncle who often visits.
Mahal na mahal ng mga bata ang kanilang mamangko na madalas bumisita.
A call for an older or elder person who has a specific relationship to the family.
The uncle brought home gifts from the province.
Ang mamangko ay nagdala ng mga pasalubong mula sa probinsya.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Uncle, the gifts are here!
Referring to the arrival of the uncle with gifts.
Mamangko, andiyan na ang pasalubong!
Related Words
mother
The woman who brought someone into the world, or the mom.
ina
father
The man who gave life to someone, or the dad.
ama
Slang Meanings
Uncle (tito) who acts like a friend
Mamangko is always with these youngsters, he acts just like a buddy.
Laging kasama ng mga kabataang ito si mamangko, parang barkada lang.
An older member of the group of friends
Mang Rolly is everyone's uncle, but he's the coolest in the group!
Si mang Rolly, mamangko ng lahat, pero coolest sa barkada!
A once-in-a-while funny conversation partner
Talking to mamangko is so much fun, he always has a funny story.
Ang saya kausap si mamangko, palaging may nakakatawang kwento.