Tigbalang (en. Half-human, half-horse creature)

/tigˈbalang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A creature in Filipino mythology with human body and horse characteristics.

It is said that Tigalas often hide in forests.

Sinasabing ang tigbalang ay madalas na nagtatago sa mga kagubatan.

A monster that often causes people to suffer in legends.

It is often believed that there is a harsh waiting on the road every night.

Madalas na pinapaniwalaan na may tigbalang na nag-aabang sa daan tuwing gabi.

Creature that brings confusion or trial to forest pedestrians.

Tiger is known for its ability to confuse people.

Ang tigbalang ay kilala sa kanyang kakayahang magpalito ng mga tao.

Tagalog folklore creature

has a tigbalang

has an evil spirit or creature that brings harm.

may tigbalang

aswang

Another creature in folklore known for consuming humans.

aswang

engkanto

Creatures with magical powers, often hidden in nature.

engkanto

Mysterious creature that loves mischief.

Remember, there might be a tigbalang in the forest we're entering!

Tandaan mo, baka may tigbalang sa gubat na pinapasukan natin!

A person who loves to pretend or betray.

That friend of yours might just be a tigbalang, don't trust them!

Baka tigbalang lang yang kaibigan mong 'yan, huwag kang magtiwala!

A fusion of human and a creature with a thread of madness.

According to the elders, tigbalang is the reason people lose their way on the road.

Sabi ng mga matatanda, tigbalang ang dahilan kung bakit nawawalan ng direksyon yung mga tao sa daan.