Bilang (en. Number)

/biˈlaŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A symbol or word that represents the value or quantity of something.
His number is nine people.
Ang kanyang bilang ay siyam na tao.
A step in a classification or ordering system.
Let's create a list with numbers.
Gumawa tayo ng listahan na may bilang.
The total of a specific set of items.
The number of books has decreased.
Ang bilang ng mga libro ay bumaba.
verb
To ascertain the quantity of something.
Count the fruits in the basket.
Bilangin ang mga prutas sa basket.
To reach a total or amount.
Count your points in the game.
Bilangin mo ang iyong mga puntos sa laro.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'numerus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

number of people
Refers to the number of people in a place or event.
bilang ng tao
specific number
Refers to a specific and concrete number.
bilang na bilang

Related Words

countable
The ability to be counted or having a specific quantity.
mabilang
counting
The process of determining the total quantity of something.
pagbilang

Slang Meanings

call for a number or value
Look, this has a number!
Ayan, may bilang na 'to!
difference or uniqueness
You have so many unique traits, dude!
Ang dami mong bilang, pare!
status or ranking
Who has status in this school?
Sino bang may bilang sa school na 'to?
movement or action
Why is your body moving like that?
Bakit ganun ang bilang ng katawan mo?