Bolpen (en. Ballpoint pen)

/bɔlˈpen/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of writing instrument with a round tip that dispenses ink.
He used a ballpoint pen to jot down his ideas.
Gumamit siya ng bolpen upang magsulat ng kanyang mga ideya.
A writing tool commonly used in schools and offices.
She bought many ballpoint pens for her students.
Bumili siya ng maraming bolpen para sa kanyang mga estudyante.
A writing instrument invented to make writing more convenient.
The ballpoint pen is a great help for students.
Ang bolpen ay isang malaking tulong sa mga estudyante.

Etymology

Originates from the English term 'ballpoint pen'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

teacher's pen
The pen used by a teacher for grading and corrections.
bolpen ng guro

Related Words

ink
The liquid used in a pen for writing.
tinta
pencil
Another type of writing instrument often used alongside a ballpoint pen.
pencil

Slang Meanings

Ballpen
Dude, do you have a ballpen? I need one.
Pare, may bolpen ka ba? Kailangan ko eh.
Writing tool
Sure, just hand me your writing tool.
Sige, ibigay mo sa'kin yung panulat mo.
Ink pen
You should replace that, your ink pen looks old.
Dapat palitan na yun, parang luma na yung ink pen mo.