Panungawan (en. Wink)

/panuŋawʊn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An action of observation or closely looking.
The bird's gaze in its nest attracts attention.
Ang panungawan ng ibon sa kanyang pugad ay nakakaakit ng atensyon.
The ability to form a unique perspective.
In her observation, she saw a new and magnificent landscape.
Sa kanyang panungawan, nakakita siya ng bago at kahanga-hangang tanawin.

Etymology

from the root word 'panungaw' meaning 'to look or gaze closely'

Common Phrases and Expressions

be observant
the quality of being careful and meticulous in looking or observing
maging mapanuri

Related Words

investigation
A thorough look or examination of something.
siyasat

Slang Meanings

standpoint
Oh no, we need to have a standpoint for the decisions we'll make later.
Nako, kailangan nating gumawa ng panungawan para sa mga desisyon natin mamaya.
evaluate or reassess
That's okay, but we should evaluate the things we will do.
Ayos lang yan, pero dapat may panungawan tayo sa mga gagawin natin.
outlook
We should have a more positive outlook on our next project.
Dapat mas ma-positive ang panungawan natin sa susunod na proyekto.