Tumingkad (en. To stand out)
tu-ming-kad
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
Expresses an action that becomes noticeable.
The colors of her painted artwork stood out.
Tumigkad ang mga kulay ng kanyang ipinintang obra.
Shows brightness or clarity.
The moon stood out in the dark sky.
Tumingkad ang buwan sa madilim na kalangitan.
Etymology
The word 'tumingkad' comes from the root word 'kahayag' or 'light'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to stand out well
to become noticeable or to excel
tumindig ng mabuti
Related Words
light
This word means brightness.
kahayag
Slang Meanings
became famous or popular
He became prominent in the entertainment field after joining a reality show.
Tumingkad siya sa larangan ng mga artista nang sumali siya sa isang reality show.
sparked or shone brightly
Her performance at the concert stood out; so many were impressed!
Tumingkad ang kanyang performance sa concert, ang daming napahanga!
succeeded
After several challenges, his growth in the business finally stood out.
Matapos ang ilang pagsubok, tumingkad din ang kanyang pag-unlad sa negosyo.