Balangkas (en. Outline)

/bɑˈlaŋkɑs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An outline or plan that provides a general idea of a subject or argument.
His outline contained the main points to be discussed in his essay.
Ang kanyang balangkas ay naglalaman ng mga pangunahing punto na tatalakayin sa kanyang sanaysay.
The physical structure that supports something.
The house needs a frame to be sturdy.
Kailangan ng balangkas ang bahay upang maging matibay.
A schema describing the arrangement of parts of a system or project.
The project's outline must be followed by all members.
Ang balangkas ng proyekto ay kailangang sundin ng lahat ng kasapi.

Etymology

The term 'balangkas' originated from the root word meaning 'structure' or 'frame'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

story outline
Structure or arrangement of events in a story.
balangkas ng kwento
to create an outline
Creating a plan or outline for a project or essay.
gumawa ng balangkas

Related Words

system
A planned framework of interconnected parts.
sistema
plan
A detailed outline of the steps needed to achieve a goal.
plan

Slang Meanings

this is the outline or organization of ideas
You should have an outline first before you start on your report.
Dapat may balangkas ka muna bago ka magsimula sa report mo.
chart or plan of activities
I need to revise the outline of our project.
Kailangan kong i-revise ang balangkas ng proyekto namin.
arrangement of details
I'm still thinking about the outline for this event.
Pinag-iisipan ko pa kasi yung balangkas ng event na 'to.
blueprint or design
Let's get an outline for our new house.
Kumuha na tayo ng balangkas para sa bagong bahay natin.