Talilong (en. Eclipse)

/ta-li-long/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A natural occurrence where one celestial body is covered by another celestial body.

The eclipse of the sun is a rare sight in the sky.

Ang talilong ng araw ay isang pambihirang tanawin sa kalangitan.

The temporary covering of light from a celestial body.

During the eclipse, the surroundings become dark even in the middle of the day.

Sa panahon ng talilong, nagiging madilim ang paligid kahit sa gitna ng araw.

A symbol of change and transformation.

The eclipse is sometimes referred to as a symbol of change.

Tinutukoy ang talilong kung minsan bilang simbolo ng pagbabago.

a term derived from 'talibong', meaning 'to hide' or 'hidden form'

Sunset

Also referred to as eclipse, it is the moment when shadows cover the sun.

Pagkakalubog ng araw

moon

The celestial body that often represents the hiding or eclipse that occurs.

buwan

Difficulty or struggle in life.

Life's a struggle, but we just need to fight.

Ang talilong ng buhay, pero kailangan lang natin lumaban.

Deliberate avoidance or defense against problems.

It's like he's dodging the issues, really doesn't want to get involved.

Parang talilong siya sa mga isyu, ayaw talagang makialam.

Avoidance of responsibility.

Oh no, he’s dodging again, he won't acknowledge his debts of gratitude.

Naku, talilong na naman siya, hindi niya inaako ang mga utang na loob.