Sulambi (en. Shimmer)
su-lam-bi
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of light that sparkles or glimmers gently.
The stars create a shimmer in the dark sky.
Ang mga bituin ay bumubuo ng sulambi sa madilim na kalangitan.
A unique light that comes from the surface of water or other surfaces.
In the morning, the shimmer of the water in the lake is beautiful.
Sa umaga, ang sulambi ng tubig sa lawa ay napakaganda.
adjective
Describes something that has a unique light or sparkle.
The pieces of glass shimmer under the sun.
Ang mga piraso ng baso ay sulambi sa ilalim ng araw.
Etymology
The word 'sulambi' originated from the root word 'lambi' which means 'light'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
shimmer of the stars
The light coming from the stars.
sulambi ng bituin
shimmer of water
The light coming from the surface of the water.
sulambi ng tubig
Related Words
light
A general term for any form of illumination.
liwanag
sparkle
A brief flash or manifestation of light.
kislap
Slang Meanings
extreme joy or uncontrollable happiness
We partied yesterday, it was such a blast! Even if it rained, we still had fun.
Nagparty kami kahapon, grabe ang sulambi! Tag ulan, pero ganun pa rin.
playfulness or mischief with friends
Our group is so playful on the street, there's always some mischief happening.
Ang sulambi ng mga tropa namin sa kalsada, kahit saan lagi may kalokohan.
celebration mixed with silliness
Even when I'm bored, as long as I'm with them, it's still a fun time!
Kahit na bored ako, basta kasama ko sila, sulambi pa rin ang laban!