Tanglawan (en. Luminance)

/tang-lá-wan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The tanglawan refers to the form or quality of light.
The luminance of the moon gives a unique beauty at night.
Ang tanglawan ng buwan ay nagbibigay ng kakaibang ganda sa gabi.
It can also mean the light coming from a source.
The luminance from the lamp lights up the room.
Ang tanglawan mula sa mga ilaw ng lampara ay nagbigay liwanag sa silid.
The frequency or intensity of light created by something.
The luminance of the flowers in the sun is truly amazing.
Ang tanglawan ng mga bulaklak sa araw ay talagang nakakamangha.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'tanglaw' meaning light or illumination.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to provide illumination
to supply or give light or guidance to a person or situation.
magbigay ng tanglawan

Related Words

light
A related term that refers to light or brightness.
tanglaw
light
A general term for any form of illumination.
ilaw

Slang Meanings

to be a light or source of inspiration
I hope you become the light for your friends when they are overcoming challenges.
Sana maging tanglawan ka ng mga kaibigan mo kapag nalalampasan nila ang mga pagsubok.
the light of life or hope
Your dreams are the light on my path to success.
Ang mga pangarap mo ang tanglawan ko sa daan ko patungo sa tagumpay.