Salunga (en. Comb)

sah-loong-gah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A tool used to arrange and straighten hair.
She used a comb before leaving the house.
Gumamit siya ng salunga bago umalis ng bahay.
An element of an insect used to describe where the hairs are arranged.
The insect's comb can be seen under the microscope.
Ang salunga ng insekto ay makikita sa ilalim ng mikroskopyo.

Common Phrases and Expressions

catch the wind
To absorb the air or attempt to catch something.
salungin ang hangin

Related Words

comb
A larger tool with more teeth used for styling hair.
suklay

Slang Meanings

brother/guy friend
Mark and I are bros, we're always together.
Salunga kami ni Mark, palagi kaming magkasama.
just chill or relax
Let's just chill at home, not doing anything.
Salunga lang tayo sa bahay, walang ginagawa.