Mukha (en. Face)
/ˈmu.kʰa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The part of the head that contains the eyes, nose, and mouth.
Her face is full of joy.
Ang kanyang mukha ay puno ng saya.
The appearance or expression of a person.
The expression on his face is important.
Mahalaga ang ekspresyon sa kanyang mukha.
The surface of any object that is exposed to view.
The face of the mountain is clearly visible from afar.
Ang mukha ng bundok ay maliwanag na nakikita mula sa malayo.
Etymology
In Latin, 'facies' means face.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't get angry, I look like a fool
This is a common saying used when something said seems accusatory but isn't serious.
huwag kang magalit, mukha naman akong kalokohan
Related Words
smile
An expression on the face that indicates happiness.
ngiti
another face
Refers to another form or aspect of a person, often negative.
isa pang mukha
Slang Meanings
happy face or boyfriend/girlfriend's face
This face looks so happy! It looks like a boyfriend/girlfriend!
Ang mukhang ito, mukha talagang masaya! Mukha na siyang jowa!
money face
You're always smiling, you really look like money!
Lagi kang nakangiti, mukhang pera ka nga!
crunchy face
You say it's delicious but that looks crunchy!
Sabi niyo masarap pero mukhang krispy yan!
fool's face
The reflection in the mirror, you look like a fool!
Ang repleksyon mo sa salamin, mukhang tanga ka!