Saranggola (en. Kite)

sah-rang-go-lah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object made of materials such as paper and bamboo commonly flown in the air.
We went to the park to fly a kite.
Pumunta kami sa parke upang magpalipad ng saranggola.
A toy that is used to enjoy the wind and fly in the sky.
The children happily played with kites in the summer.
Ang mga bata ay masayang naglalaro ng saranggola sa tag-init.
A symbol of joy and happiness that exists during festivals or celebrations.
Kites are often present at festivals in our village.
Madalas na may saranggola sa mga kapistahan sa aming barangay.

Etymology

Second part of the Spanish word 'sarangola'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Flying a kite
Activity of flying a kite for enjoyment.
Palipad ng saranggola

Related Words

wind
A natural element that allows the kite to fly.
hangin
children
People who often enjoy playing with kites.
mga bata

Slang Meanings

Decoration or nuisance
I'm tired of bringing a kite, I just want to decorate.
Sawa na akong magdala ng saranggola, gusto ko na lang mag-pahiyas.
Contestant or source of fun
His kite always wins in the game!
Yung saranggola niya, lagi talagang panalo sa laro!
Cool or super fun stuff
The kite battles have started, let's go to the park!
Nagsimula na ang laban ng mga saranggola, tara na sa park!