Balintatao (en. Guardian spirit)

/balin-ta-táo/

Synonyms

An overwhelming joy or a companion that brings delight.

Wow, I'm so happy! I feel like a balintatao in my excitement!

Grabe, ang saya saya ko! Parang balintatao ako sa tuwa!

A person who is extremely happy or always smiling.

He's really the balintatao of the group, he's always so happy!

Siya talaga ang balintatao ng barkada, lagi lang siyang masaya!

Sometimes used for people at a high level of happiness.

If he wins the lottery, I'm sure he'll be a balintatao!

Pag nanalo siya sa loto, sigurado akong magiging balintatao siya!