Matalurok (en. Highland)

ma-ta-lu-rok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Denotes a high place or location.

Their house is in a high part of town.

Ang bahay nila ay nasa isang matalurok na bahagi ng bayan.

Refers to a location with significant altitude.

We love traveling to high mountains.

Mahilig kami sa mga paglalakbay sa mga matalurok na bundok.

A type of land elevated above its surroundings.

High places are beautiful for views.

Ang mga matalurok na lugar ay maganda para sa mga tanawin.

from the root word 'talur' meaning high or peak

high place

areas that are at a high level

matalurok na lugar

mountain

A landform that rises prominently above its surroundings.

bundok

peak

The highest point of a mountain or elevated area.

tuktok

high status

Those who are matalurok in society are often teased by the kids.

Silang mga matalurok sa lipunan ay madalas na tinutukso ng mga bata.

arrogant or haughty

Don't be too matalurok, because you might end up with no real friends.

Wag kang masyadong matalurok, kasi baka wala kang tunay na kaibigan.

sophisticated or elitist

Those who are matalurok at the party are all wearing couture.

Yung mga matalurok sa party, naka couture lahat.