Tiwangwang (en. Noble)

/tiˈwaŋwaŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
High status or rank in society.
Noble people often help those in need.
Ang mga tiwangwang na tao ay kadalasang nagbibigay ng tulong sa nangangailangan.
Possessing valued qualities such as kindness and integrity.
His noble demeanor is admired by many.
Ang kanyang tiwangwang na asal ay hinahangaan ng marami.
Showing honor and dignity.
We need noble leadership in our country.
Kailangan natin ng tiwangwang na liderato sa ating bansa.

Etymology

Walang tiyak na etimolohiya

Common Phrases and Expressions

noble heart
A heart filled with goodness and compassion.
tiwangwang na kalooban

Related Words

courage
The possession of bravery and strength.
katapangan
honor
The state of being respected or esteemed.
karangalan

Slang Meanings

Doing things without direction or purpose.
His life is like tawangwang, really no direction at all.
Ang buhay niya parang tawangwang, wala na talagang direksyon.
Wasting time or not being productive.
Don't tawangwang here, we have a deadline.
Huwag kang mag-tawangwang dito, may deadline na tayo.
Spending time on unimportant things.
I'm just staring at my cellphone, I'm just tawangwang.
Nakatingin na lang ako sa cellphone ko, tawangwang na lang ako.