Mandudula (en. Performer)

man-du-du-la

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who performs in a play or show.
The performer received praise for his moving performance.
Ang mandudula ay nakatanggap ng papuri sa kanyang makabagbag-damdaming pagganap.
An artist involved in theater or film.
Many performers work in various productions in the city.
Maraming mandudula ang nagtatrabaho sa iba't ibang mga produksiyon sa lungsod.
A person with the ability to express or portray emotions through acting.
A great performer has the ability to capture the audience's heart.
Ang mahusay na mandudula ay may kakayahang makuha ang puso ng madla.

Etymology

The word comes from the root 'dula' meaning 'to play' or 'to act'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stage performer
a performer who works in theater
mandudula sa entablado
skilled performer
a person with impressive talent in acting
mahusay na mandudula

Related Words

play
A form of art that uses live performance to tell a story.
dula
art
A field of expression that includes various forms of art.
sining

Slang Meanings

someone who loves to deceive or cheat
Your friend might be a trickster, because he's telling outrageous stories.
Baka mandudula 'tong kaibigan mo, nagkukwento kasi siya ng kababalaghan.
a person who frequently changes decisions or opinions
He's like a flip-flopper, he's changed our plans several times.
Parang mandudula siya, ilang beses na niyang pinalitan ang plano natin.
a person who takes sides based on the situation
That's why you can't trust him, he's really a two-faced in discussions.
Kaya ka hindi makapaniwala, mandudula talaga siya sa usapan.