Bertikal (en. Vertical)

ber-ti-kal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
In a position or direction that is perpendicular to the ground.
The wall is vertical and stands firm.
Ang pader ay bertikal at nakatayo nang matatag.
Upright from top to bottom.
The vertical line connects two peaks.
Ang bertikal na linya ay nag-uugnay ng dalawang tuktok.
Referring to an axis that indicates height or depth.
In the graph, the vertical axis represents the values.
Sa grap, ang bertikal na axis ay kumakatawan sa mga halaga.

Etymology

English: vertical

Common Phrases and Expressions

vertical line
A line that is perpendicular to horizontal lines.
bertikal na linya
vertical position
Arrangement or placement in an upright manner.
bertikal na posisyon

Related Words

horizontal
The opposite of the vertical position; refers to things that are horizontal.
horizontaal

Slang Meanings

An encounter or collision of a person with something.
This chair is so vertical, it feels like I'm standing up because it's so high!
Napaka-bertikal ng upuan na ito, parang nakakatayo na sa sobrang taas!
A unique style or execution of something that is out of the ordinary.
Why are you dressed like that? Your style is so vertical today!
Bakit ganyan ang suot mo? Ang bertikal ng style mo today!
A reference to Miriam (Miriam Defensor-Santiago) by her fans because of her strong opinions.
When you speak the truth, your vibe is so vertical, it's amazing!
Pagsasabi mo ng totoo, parang bertikal na ang dating mo, hayop!