Eskuwela (en. School)
/ɛsˈkuwɛlɑ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An institution where students are taught and learn.
The children go to school every morning.
Ang mga bata ay pumapasok sa eskuwela tuwing umaga.
A place where classes and educational activities take place.
There are various specific subjects at school.
May mga iba’t ibang partikular na asignatura sa eskuwela.
An education system that may be public or private.
The school in our town is known for its excellent teachers.
Ang eskuwela sa aming bayan ay kilala sa mahusay na guro.
Etymology
Derived from the Spanish word 'escuela'
Common Phrases and Expressions
study at school
to complete education or gain knowledge at school
mag-aral sa eskuwela
studying at school
the person who attends school to learn
nag-aaral sa eskuwela
Related Words
teacher
A person who teaches at school.
guro
student
A student who studies at school.
mag-aaral
Slang Meanings
School
We don’t have class today, so let’s just school at home.
Wala tayong pasok ngayon, kaya't mag-skwela na lang tayo sa bahay.
Schoolhouse or a place of education
We’ll be classmates at schoolhouse this year.
Magka-clasmate tayo sa eskswelahan ngayong taon.
School life
Wow, school life is so tough right now!
Grabe, sobrang hirap ng buhay eskwela ngayon!
School atmosphere or feel
Our school vibes were so fun during the field trip!
Ang saya ng skwelahan vibes natin sa field trip!