From root: langit
Usage Note
Makalangit describes things that are divine, celestial, or exceptionally beautiful. It is often contrasted with the word makalupa which means earthly or worldly.
Examples
" Makalangit ang tanawin. "
Natural Translation
The view is heavenly.
Literal Translation
Heavenly the view.
" Ang boses niya ay makalangit pakinggan. "
Natural Translation
His/Her voice is heavenly to hear.
Literal Translation
His/her voice is heavenly to hear.
" Para sa akin, makalangit ang lasa ng lutong-bahay na inihahanda ng aking lola tuwing kapistahan. "
Natural Translation
For me, the taste of the home cooking my grandmother prepares every fiesta is heavenly.
Literal Translation
For to me, heavenly the taste of home-cooked that prepared by my grandmother every fiesta.
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