Tunog (en. Sound)

tu-nog

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of vibration that causes hearing.
The sound of the waves invigorates my mind.
Ang tunog ng alon ay nakakapagpasigla sa aking isipan.
Creation of sound from an object, style, or instrument.
The sound of the guitar is very pleasing.
Ang tunog ng gitara ay napaka-kaaya-aya.
A characteristic that can be expressed through words.
Each language has its own sound.
May sariling tunog ang bawat wika.

Etymology

Meaning 'sound' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the sound is loud
The sound is clearly heard or of high intensity.
malakas ang tunog
the sound is soft
The sound cannot be heard clearly or is of low intensity.
mahina ang tunog

Related Words

sight
Related to hearing, this is a human capacity to see.
paningin
speaking
The ability of a person to communicate through voice.
pagsasalita

Slang Meanings

sound that can be used as background music in life
Of course, a nice sound is needed while studying!
Siyempre, kailangan lagi ang magandang tunog habang nag-aaral!
to hear a rumor or news
Oh no, I heard the sound of that news, it seems trouble is coming!
Naku, narinig ko na ang tunog ng balitang iyon, parang may dumarating na gulo!
to vibe or enjoy music together
Come on, let's sound-off on the street later!
Sama ka, let's tunog tayo sa kalsada mamaya!