Sampaga (en. Trumpet flower)

/sɑmˈpɑgɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of plant that typically produces large flowers.
The sampaga is known for its beautiful flowers that attract beekeepers.
Ang sampaga ay kilala sa kanyang magagandang bulaklak na umaakit sa mga beekeeper.
Also known as 'trumpet flower' because of the shape of its flowers.
The flowers of the sampaga have a trumpet-like shape with a delicate scent.
Ang mga bulaklak ng sampaga ay may hugis na parang trumpeta na may masilang amoy.
A plant commonly used in landscaping and ornamentation.
Many people plant sampaga in their gardens because of its beauty.
Maraming naglalagay ng sampaga sa kanilang mga hardin dahil sa kagandahan nito.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sampaga in the garden
Showcasing the beauty of flowers in a garden.
Sampaga sa hardin

Related Words

flower
The part of a plant that contains the organs for reproduction.
bulaklak

Slang Meanings

Dumb or clueless.
You're like a sampaga, you don't know what's happening around you.
Para kang sampaga, hindi mo alam ang nangyayari sa paligid mo.
Weak-minded or shallow-minded.
Don't be mad at him, that kid is just a sampaga.
Huwag kang magalit sa kanya, sampaga lang ang bata na 'yan.
Simp, or overly foolish in love.
Wow, he's like a sampaga with his ex, always making excuses for her.
Grabe, parang sampaga siya sa ex niya, lagi na lang niya itong pinapalusot.