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    Dingdingan (en. Bell tower)

    /diŋˈdiŋan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A structure that stands above containing a bell.
    The bell tower of the church can be seen at its location in the town.
    Ang dingdingan ng simbahan ay makikita sa puwesto nito sa bayan.
    A collection of bells that can be rung at a specific time.
    The bell tower rang at twelve noon.
    Ang dingdingan ay tumunog ng alas-dose ng tanghali.
    Tower as a symbol of time or a symbolic invitation to people.
    A bell tower serves as a reminder to people of mass time.
    Isang dingdingan ang nagsisilbing paalala sa mga tao ng oras ng misa.

    Etymology

    derived from the word 'dingding' meaning 'wall' with the suffix '-an' indicating a place.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Dingdong!
    A call to indicate that someone or a visitor has arrived.
    Dingdong!

    Related Words

    bell
    An object made of metal that produces sound when struck or hit.
    kampana
    tower
    A tall structure often used as a center for communication or observation.
    tore

    Slang Meanings

    Chime or Bell
    When I heard the bell, I knew it was class time.
    Nang marinig ko ang dingdingan, alam kong oras na ng klase.
    Signal or Call to Action
    The sound of the alarm is a request for me to get up.
    Ang dingdingan ng alarm ay pakiusap na tumayo na ako.
    Notification or Reminder
    The notifications on my phone always keep me updated.
    Ang dingdingan sa cellphone ko ay palaging nag-uupdate sa akin.