Mangalirang (en. Symbolize)

/maŋɡaˈliraŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object or symbol that represents another thing or idea.
The birds are a symbol of freedom.
Ang mga ibon ay mangalirang ng kalayaan.
Representation of ideas in a physical form.
His art symbolizes his memories.
Ang kanyang sining ay mangalirang ng kanyang mga alaala.
Expression of a thought through symbols or images.
Mythology often symbolizes lessons.
Ang mitolohiya ay kadalasang mangalirang ng mga aral.

Etymology

A Tagalog word meaning 'truth' or 'representation of something in life'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

symbolization of feelings
representation of emotions in something
mangalirang ng mga damdamin
symbolization of our culture
showing elements of our tradition
mangalirang ng ating kultura

Related Words

symbolism
The use of symbols to represent ideas or emotions.
simbolismo
image
A representation that one can see of something.
image

Slang Meanings

To meddle or interfere in someone else's affairs, often without being asked.
You're such a meddler; they don't even care about their own lives.
Ang dami mong mga mangalirang, sa buhay nga nila eh walang pakialam.
To give unsolicited advice or opinion to others.
Stop your meddling in our relationship; we don't need you.
Tama na ang mga mangalirang mo sa relasyon namin, wala kaming kailangan sa'yo.
To be overly curious about someone else's life.
It's crazy how many questions you have about my life, like a busybody!
Kaloka, ang dami mong tanong sa buhay ko, parang mangalirang!