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    Baskula (en. Scale)

    bas-ku-la

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A device used to measure the weight or mass of an object.
    We used a scale to find out the weight of the fruits.
    Gumamit kami ng baskula para malaman ang timbang ng mga prutas.
    A type of balance commonly used in homes or stores.
    The kitchen scale is essential in cooking.
    Ang baskula sa kusina ay mahalaga sa pagluluto.
    A scale used in laboratories for more precise measurements.
    The laboratory has a high-quality scale for experiments.
    Ang laboratoryo ay may mataas na kalidad na baskula para sa mga eksperimento.

    Etymology

    from the Spanish word 'báscula' meaning scale

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    scale of life
    a phrase referring to weighing or assessing life experiences
    baskula ng buhay

    Related Words

    weigh
    the process of measuring the weight of something
    timbangin
    balance scale
    a type of scale with two plates for weighing
    balansera

    Slang Meanings

    Laughter that gives a feeling of roundness
    The party was so fun, people were baskula at every joke.
    Sobrang saya ng party, yung mga tao nagbaskula sa bawat joke.
    Round glass that feels like a basket
    This round glass feels like a baskula, so many drinks inside!
    Ang bilog na baso na 'to ay parang isang baskula, ang taas na mga drinks!