Dike (en. Pader ng tubig)

daɪk

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of structure that reduces the flow of water from a river or lake.

The dike saved the town from flooding.

Ang dike ay nagligtas sa bayan mula sa pagbaha.

A wall made of earth, stone, or other materials aimed at blocking water.

We need to fix the dike next to our house.

Kailangan nating ayusin ang dike sa tabi ng aming bahay.

Nederlands (Dutch)

build a dike

to construct a barrier for water

gumawa ng dike

cliff

A steep part of land or slope often close to water.

bangin

silt

Small particles of soil or mud that come from erosion, often found at the base of a dike.

silt

People's fun or joy expressed enthusiastically

Wow, the party was so fun! There were so many dikes!

Grabe, ang saya sa party! Ang daming dike!

A term referring to an 'energetically spirited' person

Who is that dike? So high on energy!

Sino yung dike na yun? Ang taas ng energy!

Commonly used term for 'bosses' or 'elders'

There are so many dikes at work, all serious.

Ang dami ng dike sa trabaho, puro seryoso.