Mata (en. Eye)

mah-tah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the body used for seeing.
The eye is essential for our vision.
Ang mata ay mahalaga para sa ating paningin.
The part of the face that has the eye.
Her eyes are as beautiful as her smile.
Ang kanyang mata ay kasing ganda ng kanyang ngiti.
The ability to see.
He lost an eye after the accident.
Nawalan siya ng mata pagkatapos ng aksidente.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'ojo'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Eye of God
Symbol of protection or redemption.
Mata ng Diyos
Eye of the storm
Center of a storm with calmer winds.
Mata ng bagyo

Related Words

sight
The ability to see or observe.
paningin
to see
To spot or notice something.
masilayan

Slang Meanings

eyes that have a shape or movement that attracts
Wow, my crush's eyes are so beautiful! They’re so captivating!
Grabe, ang ganda ng mata ng crush ko! Parang nakakaakit!
eyes that say it all
Even without saying anything, remember, his eyes are already talking.
Kahit walang sinasabi, tandaan mo, ang mata niya nagsasalita na.
eye to eye, face-off
Who’s brave enough? Come on, let's have a face-off!
Sino ang matapang? Sige, maga mata sa mata tayo!