Panganganyon (en. Canyon)
pa-ngang-anyon
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A deep valley typically with steep rocky walls.
The Grand Canyon is one of the most famous canyons in the world.
Ang Grand Canyon ay isa sa mga pinaka-kilalang panganganyon sa mundo.
A landform formed by the erosion of water or the movement of glaciers.
Many canyons were formed by rivers over time.
Maraming mga panganganyon ang nabuo sa pamamagitan ng mga ilog sa pagdaan ng panahon.
Etymology
From the word 'kanayon' which refers to a path or way surrounded by stone walls.
Common Phrases and Expressions
river canyon
A canyon that has formed around a river.
panganganyon ng ilog
Related Words
excavation
A process of carving or removing earth to create channels like canyons.
paghuhukay
erosion
The process of soil degradation that leads to the formation of canyons.
erensya
Slang Meanings
Being together without an official relationship
Why are they hiding their panganganyon? They should just enjoy it!
Bakit nila pinagtatakpan ang panganganyon nila? Magpaligaya na lang sila!
Getting involved in messy or complicated relationships
It seems like all my friends are in panganganyon right now.
Mukhang ang lahat ng kaibigan ko ay nasa panganganyon ngayon.