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    Manalanta (en. Unknown person)

    /mɛnəˈlɐntɐ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who is not well known but plays an important role in a situation.
    Maria is the manalanta in the group who brought innovative ideas.
    Si Maria ang manalanta sa grupo na nagdala ng mga makabagong ideya.
    An individual who does not become prominent in public but contributes significantly.
    The manalantas in our society are often overlooked.
    Ang mga manalanta sa ating lipunan ay kadalasang hindi napapansin.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'lantana' which refers to a type of flower. Used to describe a person or thing that is somewhat unknown but becomes significant in the course of events.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    behind the scenes figure
    a person with an important role that others do not see.
    manalanta sa likod

    Related Words

    unknown
    A person who has not yet been recognized or is not famous.
    hindi kilala

    Slang Meanings

    Go to another place to have fun or relieve stress.
    Come on, let's manalanta at the beach later!
    Sige na, manalanta tayo sa beach mamaya!
    Leave town or the city for a fun or enjoyable activity.
    She said, 'Let's manalanta to the province to go camping!'
    Sabi niya, 'Manalanta tayo sa probinsya para mag-camping!'
    Chill or enjoy outside with friends.
    We should manalanta at the cafes later.
    Dapat tayo mag-manalantra sa mga cafe mamaya.