Mataasan (en. High)

/ma.ta.as.an/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Meaning being at a high level or position.
The tall building can be seen from afar.
Ang mataas na gusali ay tanaw mula sa malayo.
High quality or level.
His high score is proof of his diligence.
Ang kanyang mataas na marka ay patunay ng kanyang sipag.
High value or price.
The price of houses in this area is high.
Ang presyo ng bahay sa lugar na ito ay mataas.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'mataas' meaning 'high' or 'tall' with the suffix '-an'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

high-spirited
Confident or with a high self-regard.
mataas ang loob
upper class society
A society with a high level of education or wealth.
mataasang lipunan

Related Words

high
An adjective meaning above or in a high position.
mataas
height
An adjective referring to the height of a person or object.
tangkad

Slang Meanings

high position or rank
I hope to get that high position in the company.
Sana makuha ko 'yung mataasan na posisyon sa kumpanya.
wealthy person
My new acquaintance seems rich, they have a lot of properties.
Yung bagong kakilala ko, parang mataasan, ang daming ari-arian.
higher level or status
Our team seems to be at a higher level in competitions.
Mukhang nasa mataasan na level na 'yung team natin sa competitions.