26+ Beautiful Tagalog Words - Ling App (2023)

Here's the truth: the Filipino language is a beautiful language. But what makes this one unique is its beauty.a logWords likeemotion and heroism,that we will learn today. Then read below!

What makes a language unique? It's the words that are their productbeautiful culture🇧🇷 In the Philippines, there are many of these beautiful words in the Tagalog language. These words are products of the country's long history, even before the arrival of colonizers. Culture and history make these words uniquely Filipino, although they share similar ideas with the English language. So, without further ado, let's discover the beauty of the Filipino/Tagalog language.

Tagalog word for handsome

Before we learn about various beautiful Tagalog words, let us first learn how to say the wordschönin Filipino language. Filipinos commonly use the wordbonitoin most situations. You can use it to describe a person, thing, place and more. However, Filipinos also use the following terms:

• Pretty pretty pretty pretty
• Marilag - Beautiful, gorgeous
• Adorable/Attractive – Handsome, desirable, likeable, adorable
• Nakabibighani - Enchanting beauty, captivating

Filipinos use these essential words to say beautiful in their language. The meaning of these words can be the same, but they are used in different situations and contexts. If you want to know more, you can read the blog titled7 easy ways to say beautiful in Tagalog.

beautiful words in tagalog

Every language is unique, and like other languages, Tagalog/Filipino has many beautiful words to offer. It is a product of its rich culture and history. These words were transmitted orally, written down and preserved to this day.

Another reason these Tagalog words are considered cute is that they are not used very often in casual conversation anymore. With continuous modernization and globalization, some Filipinos no longer know the meaning of these words. So when you hear those words, it's music to your ears.

Fortunately, some people still struggle to preserve them, as well as writers, composers, teachers, etc. You can see many of these beautiful Tagalog words on social media like the free Pinterest app. You can go to Pinterest, log in and search for those words. These words are also shared with people wherever they are even if their first language is not Filipino.

If you want to expand your vocabulary with beautiful Tagalog words, here is a list to get you started. Not only will you learn the words, but the culture and history behind what made them so beautiful.

heroic

Example sentence:Filipino heroism has been on display during the pandemic because of the community pantry.(The spirit of community unity was seen during the pandemic due to the community pantry.)

The wordheroicIt isthe spirit of collaboration and community unity.This is one of the really valuable words in Filipino culture. It is the most important of Filipino values.heroicit is one of the greatest Filipino values ​​that can still be seen today. The best-known image of these values ​​is the Lipat Bahay, where Filipinos raise aHouse hut (a traditionalphilippine house)to move. This culture turns an ordinary person into a true hero.

romantic excitement

Example sentence:I couldn't contain my excitement when I saw him.(I can't stop getting butterflies in my stomach when I see him.)

have you ever felthave butterflies in your stomachwhen you see the person you like or love? This is whatromantic emotionsit, although there is no actual translated version of this word in English. This is the feeling of euphoria or euphoria when one is in a romantic experience, for example when an army met BTS or when a Swifty met Taylor Swift.

the valley

Example sentence: Is the serenade still a trend?(Is the serenade still in fashion?)

the valleyand thetraditional way of courting someone🇧🇷 It's when the suitor courts the person he likesserenade🇧🇷 Before, it was just the boys in front of the girl's house with their instruments and some amplification. The girl will just look out the window. This is one of the most popular forms of old-style advertising that never fails to get your heart racing. Nowadays you can also see girls serenading boys.

If yes

Example sentence:I will always chant kundiman for you. 🇧🇷Paralumanby adi(I will always sing you a love song.)

Combined withLower,anyit's also a word you need to learn.If yesit's a love song.This is the song the boys sing and play in athe valleyOne of the Kundiman classics isbeautiful star(1926) by Nicanor Abelardo.

The Filipino art song Kundiman emerged during a movement against Western musical traditions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The genre it representscut and eternal love, served as a platform for the re-establishment of Filipino nationalist identity. Composers such as Francisco Santiago and Nicanor Abelardo were pioneers, writing songs that drew on traditional folk music and words to fight the Spanish and American invasions.

Great

Example sentence:I have something special now. 🇧🇷I already have someone special.)

One of the sweetest things in life is knowing that you belong with someone.greator someone special.Filipinos use this wordbonding with someone special and you'll hear it mostly during commercials. The word Tintangi comes from the root word tangi, meaning one or only. So if someone says "Ikaw ang aking tinatangi". It means you are her only one.

Indecent

Example sentence:They talked about their pampering at Asotea🇧🇷 (She spoke to her trusted companion on the balcony.)

The wordarchitect came from the wordbold,what it means ______________intimate conversation.Given thearchitectmeans a pleasant and intimate companion. In one of the Filipino Obra Maestra called Noli Me Tangere, a chapter called "Pag-uulayaw sa Asotea" where Maria Clara and Crisostomo Ibarra spoke on the Asotea or balcony. They reminisce about their relationship while being apart for a long time.

This scene is what traditional dating and relationships look like. The guy visits the girl at her house. Today, this culture is not strictly practiced, especially in urban areas like Manila. However, there are still old-fashioned parents, especially in rural areas, who want to keep it that way.

Paraluman

Example sentence:Paraluman, I will take you to a paradise you never expected. 🇧🇷Paralumanby adi(Paraluman, I am taking you to an unexpected paradise.)

"You look like Paraluman when we were young."

Filipinos will choose to sing the above line instead of simply reading it. Because? That's because it comes from a very popular Filipino song called "Ang Huling El Bimbo" by Eraserheads, in which they mention paraluman, a Filipino-German actress. Her name is Sigrid Sophia Agatha von Giese.

you use the wordbedside lampused to refer to a very attractive woman. In the early 19th century, Filipino poets usedbedside lampto describea muse or woman who inspires creativity🇧🇷 It is also an old-fashioned Tagalog word for "magnetic needle" which works similarly to a compass. In that sense the wordbedside lampis no longer in use.

In the idea of ​​being a particularly attractive woman, abedside lampcan also be translated as "goddess". If you want a more understandable explanation of the word, listen to the songParalumanby Adi. Make sure you turn on subtitles to understand the lyrics. You can also hear many beautiful Tagalog words in this song.

schön

Example sentence:She wanted a handsome young man with a good heart.(She likes a handsome man with a good heart.)

Have you ever seen onebold, handsome, intelligent and sophisticated man🇧🇷 In Tagalog the word for this isgood looking🇧🇷 This is the type of man that Filipinos want, but of course they aren't always looking for someone good looking. In ancient times, a man was supposed to prove his love and worth to a woman's parents before marrying her. Dating apps can no longer do that these days.

destiny

Example sentence:Fate brought us together.(Fate brought us together.)

There are things in life that we cannot control. These things are destined to happen, whether we like it or not, because it's ourdeterminationThe Tagalog word Tadhana is an invisible force that causes events.beyond mortal control.

To remember

Example sentence:Our memories will remain in my heart.(Our memories will always be in my heart).

Do you have a beautiful memory or a memory that you cherish a lot? The Tagalog word for this isto remember🇧🇷 Nowadays this word is often heard in songs, stories and poems. People don't always use it in casual conversation.

goddess

Example sentence: When I saw you at the Bathala meeting place, there was a glint in your eyes that I couldn't understand. - Encounter with Moira(When I saw you in God's meeting place with a twinkle in your eye, I couldn't understand it.)

Christianity arrived in the Philippines during Spanish colonization. Before that, ancient Filipinos used to worship deities. Like Romans and Greeks, Filipinos also have mythology andgoddessis the transcendent Supreme Being, the creator and ruler of the cosmos, according to the ancient indigenous Tagalog religion.

Nordic

Example sentence: The north wind is felt in the Philippines from November to December.(The northeast monsoon is felt in the Philippines from November to December.)

Amihan is the word the locals use to refer to the northeast wind. Interestingly, it is also the name of the wind goddess in the hit Filipino fantasy series.enchanted.

Tempo

Example sentence:Even though I was really angry, I still tried to calm down. 🇧🇷Even when I'm really angry, I choose to control myself.)

Have you ever been really irritated, angry, or excited and still managed to stay calm? The Tagalog word for this isTempo.It is also used in connection withcontrol yourselff in challenging situations.

sultry

Example sentence:My girlfriend pouted because I didn't participate in our conversation.(My girlfriend is offended that I didn't show up for our date.)

There is no exact English translation of this word, although "sulk" or "sulk" is often considered the closest.sultryis a term used in Filipino culture to describe various behaviorssomeone withdraws affection or happiness from someone who has hurt their feelings.

Blau

Example sentence:The blue color of the Philippine flag symbolizes peace, justice, sacrifice and truth. 🇧🇷The blue color of the Philippine flag represents peace, justice, sacrifice and truth.)

One of the most common mistakes even locals make is related to theblue color blauThe wordblauit's not the tagalog translation of azul because it's a spanish word. The correct translation isblau.It is one of the most significant colors for Filipinos. is in herflagand also mentioned in the Philippine national anthem.

girl

Example sentence:I am delighted with our new dog.(I can't stop squeezing our new dog.)

Have you ever seen a baby so cute it makes you want to pinch its cheeks? That's how Gigil feels. It is an intense desire to squeeze something. It could also be an overwhelming urge to touch someone, caused by overwhelming emotions like admiration and anger. For example, your mother is very angry with you for speaking badly while she scolds you, and then she says, "Nanggigigil ako sa'yo", which could mean, "I'm controlling myself not to touch you right now".

Muni-Muni/Magmuni-Muni

Example sentence:I climbed a mountain to meditate on the things in life.(I climbed a mountain to think about the things in life.)

When things get overwhelming or you need to think about your life choices, youmeditate or think.In Tagalog, that's whatmagmuni-muni means.

alpine

Example sentence:I broke free from my dark past.– (I free myself from attachment to my dark past.)

We tend to get overwhelmed by life's problems and want to escape or break free from that situation. Filipinos use the word alpas in this situation, which can literally and figuratively mean to release or breaklose.People don't use that word in casual conversation. You often hear that they use Laya/Lumaya, butalpinehas more weight than Laya. She paints the picture of doing whatever it takes to break free, which symbolizes the effort to get out of a difficult situation.

Appeal

Example sentence:Hope you hear my request.(I hope you hear my pleas.)

Appealor asking is another level of asking for something. It's almost begging where you're willing to give it your all. Filipinos don't use it in casual conversation, but you often hear it in songs and movies, making everything better and more exciting.

will

Example sentence:My mother left me these jewelry.(My mom gave me these trinkets to keep.)

willit is something left for someone else to maintain. This can be material things like money and jewelry. It can also be people and it can also be a secret. If given aWille,You must do your best to protect it and keep it safe.

fury

Example sentence:I sent a rush of my heart and confessed to him that I loved him.(I had an emotional outburst and confessed my love for him/her.)

When we are emotionally overwhelmed, we tend to:sudden burst of emotion🇧🇷 Sometimes we say things we don't mean because of our emotions. In Tagalog, this is called a Silakbo.

To quote

Example sentence:sleeping together🇧🇷 (We sleep next to each other.)

This Tagalog word is a bit tricky becauseQuotemeans to lie down next to oneself, to be next to someone, but usually includes an intimate partner. If you want to display side by side, just useSide to sidewellQuoteit is culturally understood as sexual intercourse.

enchant

Example sentence:People could feel sorry for Pia Wurtzbach.(People can be mesmerized by Pia Wurtzbach's beauty.)

Have you ever been enchanted by someone? It's like they take you to another world and it seems that you've lost yourself because you're completely enchanted. Filipinos call it Marahuyo in Tagalog. Just think of Taylor Swift's song Enchanted.

attracts

Example sentence: At first glance, I was immediately enthralled by her sparkling eyes.(I was immediately captivated at first sight by her sparkling eyes.)

attractsit is aextreme affectionfor something or someone. It gives the feeling of being extremely tied up. It can also make you feel addicted to something, making you want to do it again and again.

so much

Example sentence: Everything I said is just speculation🇧🇷 (Everything I said is just a guess.)

so muchit's a hunch or hunch. It's a deeper word forhulaor guess. You'll rarely hear it, but you'll often see it in books, stories, and hear it in movies and music.

restriction

Example sentence:The students protested against the teacher.(Students say goodbye to the teacher for the last time.)

Learning this word is the best way to end this list becausedisputemeans thelast goodbye.It is rarely used in casual conversation, but it is a popular title for school graduations.

Other beautiful Filipino words

1. Clouds -Clouds
2. Charm -Charm; curls
3. Doubt -doubt
4. Caution -nurture
5. Asoge –Mercury (Element)
6. come down -a priestess
7. Bahaghari –rainbow
8. grammar - grammar
9. At a glance -the pupil of the eye
10. good -Vision; weak manifestation
11. failed -a woman; failed; young
12. Popa -popa
13. twilight -sunrise
14. Guides - Spark; electricity
15. Terra -Welt
16. heartache -Kummer; Kummer
17. Strand -strand
18. prayer -prayer
19. Rein -Rein
20. Dayang –Princess; noble lady
21. Taxa -A spirit, usually a lesser god or goddess, believed to protect natural traits
22. Taxa -female fairy
23. Taxa -Mythical environmental spirits believed to appear in human form.
24. Prost -happiness
25. longing -Loneliness; melancholy
26. Rice -A loud, uninhibited laugh (laughs)
27. Name -commitment
28. Hiraya/Hiraya Manawari –The fruit of someone's dreams; wishes and desires
29. Luft -The atmosphere; the air up there
30. searched for -premonition
31. Indak –groove; Dancing to the rhythm of the music
32. Irog –Dear; Lover
33. Freedom -freedom
34. Frieden -Serenity; Quiet
35. Intelligence –knowledge
36. Lakambini –Musa
37. Sheets -supreme ruler
38. Lamb - Intense tenderness and affection
39. Secret -secret
40. cry -Do something using intellect and skills
41. Tears -tears
42. License fees -Edel
43. Misleading -Undisciplined, elusive or indomitable
44. Frieden -Peaceful
45. condemnation -affection
46. Check -Challenge; obstacle
47. Difficult -It is worth it; Worth the effort; worth the wait
48. Feeling -Old-fashioned word for love or beloved
49. Hometown -Heim
50. twilight -sunset
51. History -popa
52. Tampalasan –Bad; villain
53. blow -love fight
54. stage -A critical shift or transition / A development of a story or phenomenon

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