Minana (en. Inherited)

/mɪˈnɑː.nə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition or characteristic obtained from parents or ancestors.
His intelligence is an inheritance from his parents.
Ang kanyang talino ay isang minana mula sa kanyang mga magulang.
Items passed from the past to the present.
The family's traditions are an inheritance that we cherish.
Ang mga tradisyon ng pamilya ay isang minana na pinapahalagahan namin.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'mana' meaning inherited or bequeathed by ancestors.

Common Phrases and Expressions

inherited talent
The talent that is acquired from parents.
minana ng talento

Related Words

inheritance
An object or property passed down from one person to another.
mana

Slang Meanings

A very sweet person; affectionate friend.
Carla is so kind, it's like you inherited her from your mom.
Ang bait ni Carla, parang minana mo siya sa mama mo.
Has traits or behaviors inherited from the family.
You really inherited your shyness from your dad.
Minana mo talaga yung pagiging mahiyain sa tatay mo.
Favoring something due to tradition.
It's like we've inherited that trait from our ancestors.
Parang minana natin yung ugali na yan sa mga ninuno natin.