Manula (en. Tamer)

/maˈnula/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person skilled in the care or breeding of animals.
The tamer must have extensive knowledge of the animals they take care of.
Ang manula ay dapat may malawak na kaalaman sa mga hayop na inaalagaan niya.
A profession aimed at developing the characteristics of animals such as training.
The horse tamer trains horses for races.
Ang manula ng mga kabayo ay nagsasanay ng mga kabayo para sa mga karera.
A person who fosters a relationship between humans and animals.
The tamer plays an important role in understanding animal behavior.
Ang manula ay may mahalagang papel sa pag-unawa sa pag-uugali ng mga hayop.

Etymology

Originating from the term 'manu' (to grasp) in the root halal.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tamed animals
animals that are cared for and trained by the tamer.
manulang hayop

Related Words

care
A form of nurturing for animals.
alaga
training
The process of teaching animals skills.
pagsasanay

Slang Meanings

crazy or fun
Wow, you were manula with the fun at the party last night!
Grabe, manula ka sa saya ng party kanina!
great or skilled
You're so manula at basketball, bro!
Sobrang manula mo sa basketball, bro!
haphazard or spontaneous
Your plan was so manula, you didn't even plan it out!
Ang manula naman ng pakana mo, hindi ka nag-plano!