Doktora (en. Doctor)
dok-to-ra
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A licensed female medical professional.
My doctor provides excellent care.
Ang aking doktora ay nagbibigay ng magaling na pangangalaga.
A woman with an advanced degree in medicine or another field.
She is a doctor in the field of psychology.
Siya ay isang doktora sa larangan ng sikolohiya.
A term for a female doctor or specialist.
Doctors often specialize in a particular area of medicine.
Ang mga doktora ay kadalasang nakatuon sa partikular na larangan ng medisina.
Etymology
from the Greek word 'doctor', meaning 'healer'
Common Phrases and Expressions
health tips from the doctor
suggestions or advice from a female doctor regarding health
mga tip sa kalusugan mula sa doktora
ask the doctor
to seek information or advice from a female doctor
magtanong sa doktora
Related Words
doctor
A general term for a medical professional, can be male or female.
doktor
medical
Related to medicine or healthcare.
medikal
Slang Meanings
Doctor who makes a big contribution to the community
Dr. Santos is not just a doctor, but a true hero in our neighborhood.
Si Dra. Santos ay hindi lang doktora, kundi isang tunay na bayani sa barangay namin.
Doctor who is close to the patient
Doctor is kind and approachable, that's why we often chat.
Mabait at approachable si doktora, kaya madalas kaming nagkukuwentuhan.
Cool or trendy doctor
That doctor is like a celebrity, so beautiful, and always stylish!
Si doktora, parang celebrity, ang ganda at lagi siyang stylish!
Doctor who is too serious
Wow, that doctor always seems like there's an exam whenever she talks!
Grabe, si doktora, parang lagi na lang may exam kapag kumakausap!