Nangingislap (en. Glimmering)

/naŋɪŋɪslap/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Provides light coming from an object.
The stars glimmer in the dark sky.
Ang mga bituin ay nangingislap sa madilim na langit.
Features a lively and attractive appearance.
The waves in the sea glimmer under the sun.
Ang mga alon sa dagat ay nangingislap sa ilalim ng araw.

Etymology

From the word 'ngisilap' which refers to the display of light.

Common Phrases and Expressions

glimmering light
A light that provides a soft glow.
nangingislap na ilaw

Related Words

glimmer
The act of shining or displaying light.
ngislap
shining
A state of having bright light.
nagniningning

Slang Meanings

feeling high, feeling as good as a star
I'm so happy that I feel like I'm glowing with joy!
Ang saya ko kasi parang nangingislap ako sa saya!
shining or succeeding in something
Ate's so good; she really shined during her performance!
Sobrang galing ni ate, talagang nangingislap siya nung nagperform siya!
just starting out in a field or industry with potential for success
She's still young, but look, her career is already shining!
Bata pa siya, pero tingnan mo, nangingislap na ang karera niya!