Eskwela (en. School)
ɛs'kwɛla
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An institution or organization for the education of students.
The children study at school every morning.
Ang mga bata ay nag-aaral sa eskwela tuwing umaga.
A place where classes are conducted.
At school, various subjects are taught.
Sa eskwela, may iba't ibang asignatura ang itinuro.
A systematic way of teaching and learning.
School is important for building knowledge.
Ang eskwela ay mahalaga sa pagbuo ng kaalaman.
Etymology
Spanish: 'escuela'
Common Phrases and Expressions
school of life
The experiences and lessons learned from undertaking life's activities.
eskwela ng buhay
school continues
Continuing education despite obstacles or challenges.
tuloy ang eskwela
Related Words
teacher
A person who teaches students in a school.
guro
student
A person who studies at a school.
mag-aaral
classroom
A part of the school where students learn.
asan
Slang Meanings
School - informal term for a place of learning
I went back to school because exams are coming up.
Bumalik na ako sa eskwela kasi malapit na ang exams.
Iskul - slang variation of eskwela, often used by the youth
Come to school with us, we'll just hang out.
Sama ka na sa iskul, tambay lang tayo.
Campus - may also refer to the school grounds or environment
It's fun on campus, there are lots of activities.
Ang saya sa campus, daming activities.
Studying - refers to the act of studying in a casual way
Let's study because school starts tomorrow.
Tara, pag-aaral na tayo kasi eskwela na bukas.