Bangkito (en. Small stool)

baŋ-ki-to

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A small chair typically used in homes or schools.
He sat on the stool while waiting for his friend.
Umupo siya sa bangkito habang nag-aantay ng kanyang kaibigan.
A backless seat, often used by children.
The children sat on the stools in the classroom.
Ang mga bata ay nakaupo sa mga bangkito sa silid-aralan.
Usually made of wood or plastic.
The stool at the back is made of old wood.
Ang bangkito sa likuran ay gawa sa lumang kahoy.

Etymology

root word: 'bangko' with diminutive suffix '-ito'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Crowd on the stool
To be together or crowded on a small seat.
Magsiksikan sa bangkito

Related Words

bank
A type of chair, usually larger and with a back.
bangko

Slang Meanings

Someone who has been hit on or ignored by a crush.
He's in a bangkito situation because his crush is avoiding him!
Naka-bangkito siya kasi iniiwasan siya ng crush niya!
A person who is overly shy or awkward.
Just eat, don't be so bangkito over there!
Kumain ka na, 'wag ka nang bangkito d'yan!
Feeling lost or without motivation, like being stunned.
Wow, I'm totally bangkito with everything that's happening!
Grabe, bangkito na bangkito na ako sa mga nangyayari!