Matampok (en. Prominent)

ma-tam-pok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Strongly visible or appearing; distinctive.
The prominent part of the giant mountain is easily recognizable.
Ang matampok na bahagi ng dambuhalang bundok ay madaling makilala.
Featuring or drawing attention.
The prominent color of her dress caught everyone's attention.
Ang matampok na kulay ng kanyang damit ay nakakuha ng atensyon ng lahat.
Important or main aspect in a situation.
The prominent issue in the meeting is the project's budget.
Ang matampok na isyu sa pagpupulong ay ang badyet ng proyekto.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

prominent person
An individual who is well-known and highly regarded in their industry or field.
matampok na tao
prominent place
A location that is easily seen and often visited by many.
matampok na lugar

Related Words

famous
A word used to describe something that is well-known or distinctive.
tanyag
known
A word that means people are aware of it or it.
kilala

Slang Meanings

dependent
His wife is like a freeloader, always asking him for something.
Ang misis niya ay parang matampok, panay ang hingi sa kanya.
the main ones
They are the main actors in the movie.
Sila ang tampok na mga artista sa pelikula.
star
His talent really stole the show in the competition.
Ang kanyang talento ay talagang bida sa paligsahan.