Sangnilalang (en. Creature)

/sang.ni.la.lang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A living being that is created, often referring to a human or animal.
The creature has the right to life and freedom.
Ang sangnilalang ay may karapatan sa buhay at kalayaan.
One of God's creations that has the ability to think and act.
As a creature, we have responsibilities to each other.
Bilang sangnilalang, mayroon tayong mga responsibilidad sa isa't isa.
Any created thing that has a living form, including animals and plants.
In the beauty of nature, various creatures can be seen.
Sa kagandahan ng kalikasan, makikita ang iba't ibang sangnilalang.

Etymology

Formed from the word 'sang-' (one) and 'nilalang' (created or emerged), it refers to a being.

Common Phrases and Expressions

creature of God
Refers to humans as created by God.
sangnilalang ng Diyos

Related Words

creature-human
A type of creature that refers to humans.
sangtao
creature-animal
A type of creature that refers to animals.
sanghayop

Slang Meanings

Who is this?
I feel like this is someone.
Siento ko, sangnilalang na 'to eh.
A person hard to forget
This is a person I can't avoid.
Sangnilalang siya na di ko makaiwasan.