Talang (en. Gutter)
/ta.laŋ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A hole or channel typically found beside a road or roof designed to carry rainwater.
The gutter beside the road was full of dirt after the heavy rain.
Ang talang sa tabi ng daan ay puno ng dumi matapos ang malakas na ulan.
A gap or space between objects.
There is a gap between the two walls allowing air to flow.
May talang sa pagitan ng dalawang pader kaya nagkakaroon ng hangin.
Etymology
From the Spanish 'talanque' meaning a kind of hole or gap.
Common Phrases and Expressions
full of gaps
Full of space or unused area.
puno ng talang
Related Words
pipe
A way of channeling water similar to a gutter.
tubo
flowing
The movement of water or liquid using a gutter.
dumadaloy
Slang Meanings
Buddy or friend who is very close to you.
The only talang who will be with me in everything is Jake.
Ang tanging talang makakasama ko sa lahat ng bagay ay si Jake.
Included or counted in celebrations.
Join me, friend! This is gonna be fun!
Sama ka sa akin, talang! Masaya 'to!