Mamantal (en. To signify)
/ma-man-tal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of expressing an idea or topic.
The significance of his words touched many people.
Ang mamantal ng kanyang mga salita ay umantig sa maraming tao.
verb
The creation or execution of something meaningful.
The significance of our goals is important to express our dreams.
Mahalaga ang mamantal ng ating mga adhikain upang maipahayag ang ating mga pangarap.
Etymology
From the word 'mam', meaning 'to act' or 'to perform'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to signify meaning
clarification or explanation of an idea
mamantal ng kahulugan
Related Words
to speak
An action of uttering words, possibly addressing someone or expressing feelings.
magsalita
to express
To provide others with information or feelings.
ipahayag
Slang Meanings
So big or wide.
Wow, that cockroach is so mamantal!
Grabe, ang mamantal ng ipis na 'yan!
Being lazy or getting lazy.
Don't be mamantal in doing your homework!
Huwag kang magmamantal sa paggawa ng mga homework mo!
Very unpleasant in behavior or actions.
His behavior is so mamantal, it's embarrassing!
Ang mamantal ng ugali niya, nakakahiya!