Ulap (en. Cloud)
/ˈu.lap/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of water in the atmosphere that forms a fluffy or spherical mass.
The cloud brought rain to the town.
Ang ulap ay nagdala ng ulan sa bayan.
A symbol of feelings such as sadness or worry.
There was a cloud on his face that showed his sadness.
May ulap sa kanyang mukha na nagpapakita ng kanyang kalungkutan.
A group of stars that are not bright due to the clouds contained within.
The clouds in the sky hide the stars.
Ang mga ulap sa kalangitan ay nagtatago sa mga bituin.
Etymology
From the Latin word 'nubes' meaning 'cloud'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
perched cloud
A cloud that seems perched in one place, potentially used in situations of worry or stress.
ulap na nakadapo
cloud of doubt
A symbol of uncertainty or insecurity.
ulap ng pagdududa
Related Words
sky
The part of the atmosphere that is located above the ground.
langit
rain
The water that falls from the cloud to the ground.
ulan
Slang Meanings
Speechlessness or inability to speak clearly.
I'm drowning in a cloud, I don't know what to say!
Nalulunod ako sa ulap, di ko alam kung ano ang sasabihin!
Something or a situation that is hard to reach or achieve.
Sometimes I feel like I'm just a person in a cloud, it's hard to attain my dreams.
Minsan parang tao na lang ako sa ulap, ang hirap makuha ng pangarap ko.
Not serious, like carefree.
Maybe you're talking like a cloud, not thinking at all!
Baka kasi nag-uusap ka kasing ulap, hindi ka na nag-iisip!