Tangingtangi (en. Unique)

tang-ing-tang-i

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to something or someone that is unique or has no other like it.
He has a unique talent in painting.
Siya ay may tangingtanging talento sa pagpinta.
Emphasizes uniqueness within a group.
This is a unique type of flower that can only be found here.
Ito ay isang tangingtanging uri ng bulaklak na makikita lamang dito.
Refers to a person who is unparalleled in characteristics or abilities.
He is a unique leader who arrived in a time of need.
Siya ay isang tangingtanging lider na dumating sa panahon ng pangangailangan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'tangi' meaning 'unique' or 'distinct'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unique friendship
A special and unique relationship between friends.
tangingtanging pagkakaibigan

Related Words

tangi
A word referring to difference or unique characteristic.
tangi

Slang Meanings

very foolish
He's so foolish because he still doesn't understand the situation.
Sobrang tangingtangi na niya kasi di pa rin siya nakakaintindi sa sitwasyon.
very ignorant
Those who say such things are really ignorant.
Yung mga nagsasabi ng mga ganyang bagay, tangingtangi talaga sila.
thoughtless
I don't know what he's thinking; he's so thoughtless in his decisions.
Hindi ko alam kung anong iniisip niya, parang tangingtangi sa mga desisyon niya.