tambad
tambád with stress marks
exposed; to be exposed
Usage Note
Tambad describes something that is plainly visible, laid bare, or brought into the open — whether a physical object, a secret, or a truth. It often carries a sense of unavoidable confrontation with what was previously hidden. Used in both literal and figurative contexts.
Examples
" Tambad ang sugat sa kanyang braso. "
Natural Translation
The wound on his arm is exposed.
Literal Translation
Exposed the wound on his arm.
" Tambad sa araw ang mga halaman. "
Natural Translation
The plants are exposed to the sun.
Literal Translation
Exposed to sun the plants.
" Nang umalis ang ulap, tambad sa lahat ang tunay na kalagayan ng nasirang tulay. "
Natural Translation
When the clouds cleared, the true condition of the broken bridge was laid bare for all to see.
Literal Translation
When left the cloud, exposed to all the true condition of broken bridge.
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