Matayog (en. Lofty)
/ma-ta-yog/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to something that is high or often described as having a high quality.
Their dreams are at a lofty height.
Ang kanila' mga pangarap ay nasa matayog na taas.
Means noble or significant.
His efforts have a lofty purpose.
May matayog na layunin ang kanyang mga pagsisikap.
Refers to a level of prestige or respect.
He received a lofty recognition for his contribution.
Siya ay nakatanggap ng matayog na pagkilala sa kanyang kontribusyon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lofty dreams
Ambitions that are high or difficult to achieve.
matayog na pangarap
lofty goals
An important objective that one wishes to achieve.
matayog na layunin
Related Words
height
Level of height or value of something.
tayog
honor
Characteristic of being noble or highly respected.
dangal
Slang Meanings
high or elevated, often used to describe someone who is highly respected or has a high status
His dream of entering the university is very lofty.
Sobrang matayog ng pangarap niyang makapasok sa unibersidad.
aspiring, ambitious
His plans in life are lofty, so he works hard.
Matayog ang mga plano niya sa buhay, kaya't nagtatrabaho siya ng mabuti.