Taonglaki (en. Big person)

/tɑːoŋlæki/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who has a large body size.
The big person is often seen in sports.
Ang taonglaki ay karaniwang nakikita sa mga palakasan.
A person with a muscular physique.
That boy is a grown man, a real big person.
Ang batang iyon ay lalaki na, isang tunay na taonglaki.

Etymology

A compound word formed from 'tao' (person) and 'laki' (size).

Common Phrases and Expressions

big person on the ground
A person who is very tall and heavy.
taonglaki sa lupa

Related Words

size
The measurement or amount of an object or person.
laki
person
A being that is alive and has the ability to think.
tao

Slang Meanings

someone who is the center of gossip, kind of too outspoken
Mark said, you're really the talk of the town in conversations, huh!
Sabi ni Mark, ikaw na talaga ang taonglaki sa mga usapan ah!
someone who loves to criticize, always has something to say about others
She might be that person who always comments on your outfit.
Baka siya yung taonglaki, laging may comment sa outfit mo.