Aksis (en. Axis)
/ˈaksis/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A line or point that serves as the center for the rotation of an object or system.
The earth rotates around its axis.
Ang mundo ay umiikot sa axis nito.
In geometry, a line connecting two opposite points.
The axis of a circle is the straight line passing through its center.
Ang axis ng isang bilog ay ang tuwid na linya na dumadaan sa gitna nito.
In a broader context, refers to the line that reveals a certain type of measure or changes.
The axis of variance in the data is important in graphing.
Ang axis ng pagkakaiba ng mga datos ay mahalaga sa graphing.
Etymology
from the Greek word 'axin' meaning 'measure'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
vertical axis
the axis that stands from bottom to top.
vertical axis
horizontal axis
the axis that runs horizontally from left to right.
horizontal axis
Related Words
axis of rotation
The line around which an object rotates.
aksis ng pag-ikot
coordinates
A system of small lines that describe the location of points.
koordinates
Slang Meanings
Store or favorite spot
At the mall, we can't not have a place, because that's where we always hang out.
Diyan sa mall, 'di pwedeng walang aksis, kasi dyan tayo laging nag hangout.
Conversation or talk
Our talk earlier was so fun, just lots of laughter!
Ang aksis natin kanina ang saya, puro tawanan lang!