Bitagan (en. Spear)

bee-tah-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of weapon with a sharp tip, commonly used for catching fish or animals.
Juan used the spear to catch fish in the river.
Ginamit ni Juan ang bitagan upang manghuli ng isda sa ilog.
A catching tool used in games or competitions, often with a sharp end.
In the competition, the spear is used to test the skills of the participants.
Sa paligsahan, ang bitagan ay ginagamit upang suriin ang galing ng mga kalahok.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'bita' which means 'to catch' or 'to take'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

spear of emotions
Having the ability to capture the emotions of others through words or actions.
bitagan ng damdamin

Related Words

trap
A term referring to a method of catching or ensnaring something, usually a trap or snares.
bitag

Slang Meanings

Useless
I'm so happy, but this news is just really bitagan.
Ang saya-saya ko, pero 'tong balita na 'to, bitagan na talaga.
Tacky
The outfit he wore to the party was so bitagan.
Yung suot niya sa party, bitagan eh.