Portuna (en. Fortune)

por-tu-na

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
a state of success or fortune based on chance.
He got a huge fortune in his business.
Nakakuha siya ng malaking portuna sa kanyang negosyo.
fortune or luck that varies.
His fortune seems not always in his favor.
Ang kanyang portuna ay tila hindi palaging pabor sa kanya.
wealth or riches that come from good opportunities.
His fortune comes from his parents' inheritance.
Ang kanyang portuna ay mula sa pamana ng kanyang mga magulang.

Etymology

From Spanish 'fortuna', meaning luck or fortune.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lucky success
a sudden success or venture that opens many opportunities.
suwerteng tagumpay

Related Words

lucky person
a person who often wins or experiences good fortune.
suwerteng tao
challenge
challenges or tests in life that may affect fortune.
pagsubok

Slang Meanings

luck
I got lucky on the exam, I passed!
Naka-portuna ako sa exam, pasado ako!
good luck
Wow, you're really lucky today, you're winning a lot!
Grabe, talagang portuna ka ngayon, ang dami mong napapanalunan!
good fortune
You're so lucky, you get everything you want!
Swerte mo naman, lahat ng gusto mo nakukuha mo!