Sungi (en. Nose)
soon-gee
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Part of the face used for smelling.
His nose is sensitive and well-functioning.
Ang kanyang sungi ay maramdamin at maayos amoy.
Part of an animal's body similar to a human.
The dog's nose seems longer than a human's.
Ang sungi ng aso ay parang mas mahaba kaysa sa tao.
A rounded or instrument-like shape (e.g., horn).
He uses a horn to play beautiful music.
Gumagamit siya ng sungay upang tumugtog ng magandang musika.
Etymology
Deriado mula sa salitang Tsinong "hanzi" na nangangahulugang pagsasalita o pakikipag-usap.
Common Phrases and Expressions
God's nose
This term is used to describe a deeper connection or sense of divinity.
sungi ng Diyos
your nose
Commonly used to describe the shape or appearance of a person's nose.
ang sungi mo
Related Words
nose
Another term for 'sungi,' more commonly used.
ilong
examination
Study or quick identification using the nose.
pagsusuri
Slang Meanings
Rude or disrespectful person
His rude friend always makes others pay.
Ang sungi niyang kaibigan, lagi na lang nagbabayad sa ibang tao.
Sometimes becomes arrogant or overly self-confident
He becomes cocky every time he gets a new gadget.
Nagiging sungi siya tuwing nagkakaroon ng bagong gadget.
Good at socializing but becomes abusive
That's why he's called rude; people have gotten used to him.
Kaya siya sinasabing sungi, kasi nasanay na ang mga tao sa kanya.