Nangunguna (en. Leading)

/naŋuŋˈunɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
the act of leading or being at the forefront of a group.
He is leading in a tough fight.
Siya ang nangunguna sa mahigpit na laban.
shows the right position or importance in a situation.
The leading athlete won the gold medal.
Ang nangungunang atleta ay nakakuha ng gintong med medalya.

Etymology

from the root word 'guna' which means 'lead' or 'to be in front'

Common Phrases and Expressions

leading in the field
a leading person in a particular industry or matter.
nangunguna sa larangan

Related Words

leadership
it also refers to leadership or a leading position.
panguna
leading
similar to 'nangunguna', it refers to the process of showing leadership.
nangungulin

Slang Meanings

Leading the pack or being the best in a group.
He's so good, he's always leading the class.
Sobrang galing niya, lagi siyang nangunguna sa klase.
Top performer or the one who stands out.
He is the leader of the basketball team, always the highest scorer.
Siya ang nangunguna sa basketball team, palaging highest scorer.
Having a dominant position or advantage.
In sales, they're leading the market.
Sa mga sales, nangunguna sila sa market.