Nakatanghal (en. Appeared)

/na-ka-tang-hal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The state of being present or visible.

She appeared on stage as one of the main actors.

Siya ay nakatanghal sa entablado bilang isa sa mga pangunahing aktor.

The expression of one's ability to do things or to show characteristics.

Her talent in singing was displayed in the competition.

Ang kanyang talento sa pag-awit ay nakatanghal sa kompetisyon.

The word 'nakatanghal' comes from the root word 'tanghal', which means 'to be prominent' or 'to be displayed'.

appeared in public

means to have presence or be seen in front of an audience

nakatanghal sa publiko

root word for nakatanghal, meaning 'exhibited' or 'revealed'.

root word meaning 'to show' or 'to present'.

tanghal

On-the-spot term for a person who is receiving good vibes or positive things in life.

You seem really on-point today, you're so happy!

Parang nakatanghal ka ngayon, ang saya-saya mo!

As in 'present at an event' - attended or went to an important or exciting occasion.

He was present at the friend's birthday, there was so much food!

Nakatanghal siya sa kaarawan ng tropa, ang daming pagkain!

Also means 'shone' or stood out among others.

She stood out in the talent show, she was amazing!

Nakatanghal siya sa talent show, sobrang galing niya!