Panggigilalas (en. Wonder)
pang-gi-gi-lalas
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The feeling of admiration or amazement towards something.
The wonder of the people at his talent was evident on their faces.
Ang panggigilalas ng mga tao sa kanyang talento ay kitang-kita sa kanilang mga mukha.
A feeling of disbelief or shock.
Due to the wonder at his abilities, everyone was impressed by him.
Dahil sa panggigilalas sa kanyang kakayahan, bumilib ang lahat sa kanya.
The need or desire to ask or learn more about something.
The children's wonder about nature enhances their learning.
Ang panggigilalas ng mga bata tungkol sa kalikasan ay nagpapalakas sa kanilang pagkatuto.
Etymology
The word 'panggigilalas' comes from the verb 'gigilas' meaning 'to admire' or 'to see something amazing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fruit of wonder
result of wonder or amazement
bunga ng panggigilalas
Related Words
gigilas
This verb means to admire or see as amazing.
gigilas
hanga
A feeling of praise or recognition towards something or someone.
hanga
Slang Meanings
jaw-dropping experience
Wow, when I found out she won the contest, it was truly jaw-dropping!
Grabe, nung nalaman ko na siya palang nanalo sa contest, panggigilalas talaga!
captivating or impressive
Her new cellphone is truly captivating!
Ang ganda ng bagong cellphone niya, panggigilalas na panggiting!
situation that seems impossible
His climb up the mountain without any preparation was unbelievable!
Yung pag-akyat niya sa bundok na walang ginagawa, panggigilalas yun!