Sulyang (en. Glimpse)

/suˈljang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A quick glance or look at something.

I caught a glimpse of her smile in the dark room.

Nakita ko ang sulyang ng kanyang ngiti sa madilim na silid.

A brief insight or information about something.

We received a glimpse of information regarding her intention.

Nakatanggap kami ng sulyang impormasyon ukol sa kanyang plano.

quick glance

A fast look at something or someone.

sulyang tingin

glance

The root of the word 'sulyang', meaning 'look' or 'peek'.

sulyo

a quick glance

I just peeked through the window, maybe he's already there.

Sulyang lang ako sa bintana, baka nandiyan na siya.

observe secretly

Spy on him first, he might be hiding something.

Sulyang mo muna siya, baka may nililihim.

to look around without permission

Don't snoop too much! You might get caught.

Huwag masyadong sulyang! Baka mahuli ka.