Elemento (en. Element)

/e-le-men-to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part or piece of a larger whole.
Air is an important element of nature.
Ang hangin ay isang mahalagang elemento ng kalikasan.
A simple substance in chemistry that cannot be broken down.
Hydrogen is the most common element in the universe.
Ang hydrogen ay ang pinaka-pangkaraniwang elemento sa uniberso.
A part of a system or structure.
Each element of the project is vital for its success.
Bawat elemento ng proyekto ay mahalaga para sa tagumpay nito.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'elementum'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

element of surprise
a component that brings about an unexpected event or outcome.
elemento ng sorpresa
element of risk
a component that brings potential risk.
elemento ng panganib

Related Words

chemical
Related to elements and substances in chemistry.
kemikal
molecule
A group of atoms bonded together.
molekula

Slang Meanings

person or personality who brings others together
He is always the element at the party, he is so fun!
Laging siya ang elemento sa party, napaka-saya niya!
when everything is fine or cool
Oh, let's talk later, I'm busy right now, but I like the element here!
O, usap tayo mamaya, abala pa ako, pero gusto ko 'yung elemento dito!
not included in a conversation or group
Why does it seem like he's not part of the group? He's looking for an element.
Bakit parang hindi siya parte ng grupo? Naghahanap siya ng elemento.