Tagalog Word of the Day
buwan
/buh-WAN/ • noun — 4th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: moon
Examples
- Matingkad ang buwan sa kalangitan ngayong gabi.
(The moon is bright in the sky tonight.) - Kapag full moon, madalas tayong makakita ng mga kakaibang pangyayari.
(During a full moon, we often see unusual events.) - Ang buwan ay parte ng ating solar system.
(The moon is part of our solar system.)
Synonyms
- luna
The word 'buwan' is commonly used when discussing celestial bodies, culture, and time periods, such as months, since 'buwan' also means 'month' in Tagalog.
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