Ngalos (en. Anger)

ŋaˈlos

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of intense anger or pain.
The anger in his voice indicated deep irritation.
Ang ngalos sa kanyang boses ay nagpapahiwatig ng matinding pagka-inis.
A reaction to a situation that causes emotional distress.
The anger he feels is due to an unjust event.
Ang ngalos na kanyang nararamdaman ay dahil sa hindi makatarungang pangyayari.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'galos' which means 'to get angry' or 'to hurt'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

filled with anger
became very angry or irate
napuno ng ngalos

Related Words

anger
An emotion that describes intense displeasure or hatred.
galit
regret
A feeling associated with the consequences of anger.
pagsisisi

Slang Meanings

Explosive mouth, like someone who's really good at chatting.
Wow, my companion is so good, they're all talk in the chat!
Grabe, ang galing ng kasama ko, puro ngalos siya sa chat!
A person who loves to share stories or anecdotes.
She's really the type to go on and on, always with a story to tell.
Siya talaga yung tipong ngalos, laging may kwento sa lahat.