Nakalulan (en. Ancestor)
/na-ka-lu-lan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is an ancestor or origin, older than the current generation.
He is an ancestor of our family who dates back to the time of the Spaniards.
Siya ay isang nakalulan ng aming pamilya na mula pa sa panahon ng mga Kastila.
Expression of connection to an older generation.
Our ancestor made a significant contribution to the history of the town.
Ang aming nakalulan ay may malaking kontribusyon sa kasaysayan ng bayan.
A person who is the origin of a race or ethnic group.
The ancestors of the Igorots are rich in culture and tradition.
Ang mga nakalulan ng mga Igorot ay mayaman sa kultura at tradisyon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ancestors
ancestors of a person or group
mga nakalulan
Related Words
ancestor
A person who is older and related to the present.
ninuno
forebears
Refers to ancestors who are closer to the current generation.
kanununuan
Slang Meanings
I've become a dad.
It's over, I've become a dad so I can't party anymore.
Wala na, nakalulan na ako kaya di na ako pwede mag-party.
It's like you're taking care of a child.
If you've become a dad, you should have responsibilities now.
Kung nakalulan ka na, dapat may responsibilidad ka na.