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!