Pang-uri (en. Adjective)
paŋ-uˈri
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of speech that describes a characteristic of a noun.
'Beautiful' is an adjective that describes a person.
Ang 'maganda' ay isang pang-uri na naglalarawan sa isang tao.
Provides additional information about a noun.
The adjective 'tall' provides details about a person's height.
Ang pang-uri 'matangkad' ay nagbibigay ng detalye tungkol sa taas ng tao.
Often used to describe the condition or state of something.
The adjective 'sad' describes a person's feeling.
Ang pang-uri 'malungkot' ay naglalarawan sa pakiramdam ng tao.
Etymology
Root word: 'uri', meaning class or category
Common Phrases and Expressions
adjectives in a sentence
Adjectives used within a sentence.
pang-uri sa pangungusap
type of adjective
Type of adjective that describes.
kauri
Related Words
noun
A part of speech that refers to a person, thing, place, or idea.
pangngalan
verb
A part of speech that indicates an action or movement.
pandiwa
Slang Meanings
opinion or sentiment
People's opinion about him isn't good.
Ang panguri ng mga tao sa kanya ay hindi maganda.
category or type of person
Who is this type? They seem unrelated.
Sino ba yung panguri na ito? Mukhang hindi siya kasali.
description or vibe of words
I like your vibe in life, it seems full of joy.
Gusto ko yung panguri mo sa buhay, parang puno ng saya.