Strong in Tagalog

“Strong” in Tagalog is “malakas” – a versatile word expressing physical power, emotional resilience, or intense characteristics. This fundamental term appears throughout Filipino conversations, from describing people’s abilities to flavors and feelings. Discover its full range of meanings and usage below.

[Words] = Strong

[Definition]

• Strong /strɔːŋ/
• Adjective 1: Having great physical power or force.
• Adjective 2: Able to withstand force, pressure, or wear; solid and robust.
• Adjective 3: Intense in effect, quality, or degree.
• Adjective 4: Having a powerful effect on the mind or senses.

[Synonyms] = Malakas, Matibay, Makapangyarihan, Matapang, Matatag

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: He is a strong man who can lift heavy weights easily.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay isang malakas na lalaki na madaling makapag-angat ng mabibigat na timbang.
• Ex2_EN: The bridge is built with strong materials to last for decades.
• Ex2_PH: Ang tulay ay itinayo gamit ang matibay na materyales upang tumagal ng mga dekada.
• Ex3_EN: She has a strong personality and never gives up on her goals.
• Ex3_PH: Mayroon siyang malakas na personalidad at hindi kailanman sumusuko sa kanyang mga layunin.
• Ex4_EN: The coffee has a strong flavor that wakes me up instantly.
• Ex4_PH: Ang kape ay may malakas na lasa na nagpapagising sa akin kaagad.
• Ex5_EN: Their friendship remained strong despite the distance between them.
• Ex5_PH: Ang kanilang pagkakaibigan ay nanatiling matatag sa kabila ng distansya sa pagitan nila.