Sangab (en. Saber)

sang-ab

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A unique element or concept related to a particular situation or context.
The crux of this problem lies in our actions.
Ang sangab ng problemang ito ay nakasalalay sa mga aksyon natin.

Etymology

Created from the words 'sang' meaning 'one' and 'gab' possibly relating to nature or history.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crux of the problem
Nuclear issue or the heart of the problem.
sangab ng problema

Related Words

component
A part or element that makes up the whole of something.
sangkap

Slang Meanings

Where are you from?
Are you from Sangab? Are you from Leyte?
Sangab ka? Galing kang Leyte?
Nonsense; foolishness
The conversation is pointless, just pure nonsense.
Walang kwenta ang usapan, puro sangab lang.
Crazy or out of one's mind
Sometimes I think he's crazy because of the weird things he says.
Minsan akala ko sangab na siya kasi ang weird ng mga sinasabi.
Lunatic
Don't get involved, his companion is a lunatic.
Huwag kang makikilala, sangab ‘yang kasama niya.