Hampulan (en. Collision)

/hamˈpul.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A collision is the action or event where two or more objects collide or crash together.
The collision of two cars caused heavy traffic.
Ang hampulan ng dalawang sasakyan ay nagdulot ng masamang trapiko.
A collision can occur in a physical context, such as in games or sports.
In basketball, the collision of players often happens.
Sa basketball, ang hampulan ng mga manlalaro ay karaniwang nangyayari sa isa't isa.
The word collision can be used symbolically to show a conflict of opinions or ideas.
The collision of opinions in this discussion led to a deeper understanding.
Ang hampulan ng mga opinyon sa talakayang ito ay nagbigay-daan sa mas malalim na pag-unawa.

Etymology

It originated from the word 'hampas' which means 'the collision of two or more things'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

collision of ideas
An argument or conflict of ideas.
hampulan ng ideya
road collision
This refers to a car crash.
hampulan sa kalsada

Related Words

strike
The word strike refers to the action of hitting or colliding with something.
hampas
outdoor
A word used to describe an external appearance or area that can be a place of collision.
labas

Slang Meanings

to hit or smack
You need to hit the ball to make the shot.
Kailangan mong hampulin yung bola para makashoot.
to thrash or beat up
He really got caught up in a beating at the corner.
Napasama na talaga siya sa hampulan sa kanto.
to kick
Don't hit it too hard or it might break!
Huwag ka masyadong hampulin baka mabasag yan!