Singa (en. Lion)

/ˈsiŋ.ɡa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A large carnivorous animal classified in the Felidae family.
The lion is known as the king of the jungle.
Ang singa ay kilala bilang hari ng gubat.
A symbol of strength and bravery.
The lion symbolizes strength in many cultures.
Sinisimbolo ng singa ang lakas sa maraming kultura.
A character in children's stories that often appears in fables.
The story of the lion and the mouse is one of children's favorites.
Ang kwento tungkol sa singa at ang daga ay pangunahing dalawa sa mga paborito ng mga bata.

Etymology

from the Malay language 'singa' meaning 'lion'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lion in the jungle
An artistic depiction of the power and danger of natural environments.
Singa sa gubat

Related Words

kick
A part of the body used to apply impact or force to an object.
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A fruit rich in potassium and aromatic.
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Slang Meanings

Quick action or sprint.
Wow, Mark's got the singa when it comes to basketball, always first in everything!
Grabe, ang singa ni Mark pagdating sa basketball, laging unang-una sa lahat!
Vibrant personality or state of feeling.
He's so lively today, his vibes are singa!
Buhay na buhay siya ngayon, ang singa ng vibes niya!
Quick to seize or take an opportunity.
Just singa, he immediately grabbed the attention with that song.
Singa lang, agad siyang nakapasok sa maganda atensyon sa kanta.
Right on time or timely.
Singa, he arrived exactly on time for the show.
Singa, dumating siya nang eksakto sa tamang oras para sa show.