Matulingag (en. Radiant)

/ma-tu-lin-ag/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Describes a bright or splendid appearance.
Her smile is radiant under the sun.
Ang kanyang ngiti ay matulingag sa ilalim ng araw.
Possessing an attractive brightness.
The radiant stars bring joy to the night.
Ang matulingag na mga bituin ay nagbibigay ng saya sa gabi.
Expresses clarity or vibrance.
Her voice is radiant, expressing her joy.
Ang kanyang boses ay matulingag na kumakatawan sa kanyang saya.

Etymology

The term comes from the root word 'tuling,' which refers to the process of making something clear or bright.

Common Phrases and Expressions

radiant night
A night filled with light and joy.
matulingag na gabi
radiant smile
A smile full of vigor and joy.
matulingag na ngiti

Related Words

light
The process of clarifying or creating brightness.
tulong

Slang Meanings

A person who is talkative or cheerful.
Jessa is so matulingag! She always has a story to tell.
Grabe si Jessa, sobrang matulingag yan! Parati na lang may kwento.
Quick to talk or engage in conversation.
I met a matulingag person, we hit it off right away with a great conversation.
Nakatagpo ako ng matulingag na tao, tinamaan agad kami ng magandang usapan.
Full of energy and joy in conversations.
Everyone in the group is really matulingag, so it's so much fun!
Bawat kasali sa grupo, talagang matulingag, kaya ang saya-saya!