Nakabilad (en. Exposed)
na-ka-bi-lad
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Under direct sunlight.
The fruits in the garden are exposed to the sun to ripen.
Ang mga prutas sa hardin ay nakabilad sa araw upang maging hinog.
Displayed or faced with a situation.
They were exposed to danger during their journey.
Sila ay nakabilad sa panganib sa kanilang paglalakbay.
Etymology
Root word: bilad, a term referring to exposure to sunlight or heat.
Common Phrases and Expressions
exposed to the sun
under direct sunlight.
nakabilad sa araw
Related Words
bilad
Root word of nakabilad, referring to exposure or exposure.
bilad
Slang Meanings
exposed to the sun
I got really exposed to the sun while walking.
Napa-nakabilad ako sa init ng araw habang naglalakad.
getting sunburned
I was exposed earlier, and now my skin is really red!
Nakabilad ako kanina at ngayon, sobrang pula na ng balat ko!
basking in the sun
It's really nice to bask in the sun by the beach.
Masarap talagang nakabilad sa araw sa tabi ng beach.
soaking up the sun
I want to just soak up the sun in the garden while reading.
Gusto kong nakabilad lang sa hardin habang nagbabasa.