This word has two distinct meanings with their own etymology.
The first is a native term meaning rising up, the way a horse raises its two front legs because of fear, anger or rebellion.
al·má
throw a tantrum
umalma
threw a fit
The second defintion is from the Spanish language.
ál·ma
soul, spirit
Alma is also a common name given to girls in the Philippines.
MGA KAHULUGAN SA TAGALOG
almá: pagtayô, karaniwang gamit ang unaháng mga paa, gaya ng sa kabayo, dahil sa tákot, gálit, at katulad.
almá: diwà; kaluluwá
Mula sa wikang Latin:
Alma Máter: inang diwà o mapagkalingang ina
Alma Máter: pamantasan, paaralan, o kolehiyo na pinapasukan o pinagtapusan
