Tangad (en. Tall)
/ˈtaŋad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to having greater height than usual.
Maria is a tall woman.
Si Maria ay isang tangad na babae.
Describes something that is taller compared to something else.
Lead is tall compared to other materials.
Ang tingga ay tangad kumpara sa iba pang mga materyales.
Etymology
from 'tangkad' meaning height
Common Phrases and Expressions
excessively tall
increased excessively
sumobra ang tangad
Related Words
height
The total height of a person or thing.
tangkad
Slang Meanings
tall or someone who is tall
You are so tall, like a basketball player!
Ang tangad mo naman, parang basketball player!
said to a tall person who wants attention
Look at the tall one, acting like a hotshot!
Ang tangad, tingnan mo siya, feeling pogi!