Mukhang salapi (en. Looks like money)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An expression that refers to a person or thing that has characteristics or appearance reminiscent of money.

His new car looks like money because of its shine.

Mukhang salapi ang bagong kotse niya dahil sa kinang nito.

Indicates possession of wealth or a good state in life.

In his outfit, he looks like money in the eyes of others.

Sa kanyang suot, mukhang salapi siya sa mata ng iba.

like money

referring to something that has characteristics of wealth or luxury

parang salapi

money

A term that refers to currency or wealth.

salapi

looks wealthy

Wow, her outfit is so nice, she really looks rich!

Grabe, ang ganda ng suot niya, mukhangsalapi talaga!

showing off as if wealthy

Mark said he can't afford that, he's just acting rich on Instagram.

Sabi ni Mark, di niya kaya yan, mukhangsalapi lang siya sa Instagram.

pretending to be rich

Don't believe him, he just looks rich but he's actually broke.

Huwag kang maniniwala sa kanya, mukhangsalapi lang yan pero broke talaga.