Distant in Tagalog

“Distant” in Tagalog can be translated as “malayo,” “malayong,” or “malayo sa distansya.” This term refers to something far away in space, time, or relationship, or describes someone who is cold and unfriendly in manner. Explore the complete meanings and contextual uses of this commonly used word in the comprehensive breakdown below.

[Words] = Distant

[Definition]:

• Distant /ˈdɪstənt/
• Adjective 1: Far away in space or time.
• Adjective 2: Remote or not closely related (in family relationships).
• Adjective 3: Cold, aloof, or not friendly in manner.
• Adjective 4: Faint or barely noticeable (sound, memory, or resemblance).

[Synonyms] = Malayo, Malayong, Makalayo, Malayo sa distansya, Malamig (manner), Hindi malapit, Layo, Hiwalay, Malayo ang loob

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The mountain peak looked beautiful even from a distant location.
• Ex1_PH: Ang tuktok ng bundok ay maganda pa rin kahit mula sa malayong lokasyon.
• Ex2_EN: She is my distant cousin whom I only met once during a family reunion.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay aking malayong pinsan na nakilala ko lang nang minsan sa isang pamilya reunion.
• Ex3_EN: He became cold and distant after their argument last week.
• Ex3_PH: Naging malamig at malayo ang loob niya pagkatapos ng kanilang pagtatalo noong nakaraang linggo.
• Ex4_EN: In the distant future, humans may colonize other planets.
• Ex4_PH: Sa malayong hinaharap, maaaring magtayo ng kolonya ang mga tao sa ibang mga planeta.
• Ex5_EN: We could hear the distant sound of thunder approaching from the mountains.
• Ex5_PH: Narinig namin ang malayong tunog ng kulog na papalapit mula sa mga bundok.