Aparato (en. Device)

/apaˈra.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An item used to achieve a specific purpose or task.
The telephone is a device that enables communication.
Ang telepono ay isang aparato na nagbibigay-daan sa komunikasyon.
A systematic arrangement of elements or parts for a specific use.
The computer device consists of various parts such as the CPU and monitor.
Ang aparato ng kompyuter ay binubuo ng iba't ibang mga bahagi tulad ng CPU at monitor.
Any tool that uses electricity or another source of energy.
Many devices in the house help with daily tasks.
Ang maraming aparatos sa bahay ay nakakatulong sa pang-araw-araw na gawain.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'aparato'

Common Phrases and Expressions

household device
tools used inside the home
aparato ng bahay
communication device
tools used for communication
aparato sa komunikasyon

Related Words

equipment
Items used for a specific purpose, possibly synonymous with device.
kagamitan
instruments
Parts of a device used to measure or collect data, often used in technical contexts.
instruments

Slang Meanings

Gadgets or devices
This new gadget is so beautiful and packed with features!
Ang bagong aparato na ito sobrang ganda at puno ng features!
Equipment or tools
We need tools for this project.
Kailangan natin ng mga aparato para sa project na ito.
Machine
That machine is old but still works.
Yung aparato na yan, luma na pero umuubra pa rin.
Defense or weapon
He brought his weapon to the fight.
Dala niya yung aparato niya sa laban.