Maulanan (en. Stormy)

/ma-u-la-nan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to the weather condition characterized by heavy rain and strong winds.
The stormy weather caused flooding in some areas.
Ang maulanan na panahon ay nagdulot ng pagbaha sa ilang lugar.
A type of climate that experiences frequent rainfall.
The stormy climate is common in tropical regions.
Ang maulanan na klima ay karaniwan sa mga tropikal na pook.

Etymology

Formed from the words 'mau' and 'lanan'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the weather is stormy
The weather condition has a lot of rain.
maulanan ang panahon

Related Words

life-threatening
A term meaning high risk or threat.
buwis-buhay
downpour
The rapid rainfall or occurrence of rain.
pagbuhos

Slang Meanings

to get angry or complain about someone
Who wouldn't get riled up if he's the one starting trouble?
Sino ba naman ang ayaw ma-maulanan kung sisimulan niya ang gulo?
to be overly paranoid or sensitive
Wow, I didn't expect him to get all worked up over just jokes.
Grabe, 'di ko akalaing maulanan siya sa mga biro lang.
to feel insecure or lose confidence
Why does he seem to be all insecure after seeing his ex?
Bakit parang na-maulanan siya nang makita niya ang ex niya?