Ingles (en. English)

ˈiŋ.glɪs

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
People or things relating to English.
Many English people visited the country.
Maraming Ingles ang bumisita sa bansa.
Language used in England and many parts of the world.
Many of us learn English in school.
Marami sa atin ang natututo ng Ingles sa paaralan.
Importance of English in global communication.
English is often regarded as a lingua franca.
Ang Ingles ay madalas na itinuturing na lingua franca.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'English' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

English is used
The English language is used in communication.
Ingles ang ginagamit
Speak in English
Where what is said is in English.
Magsalita ng Ingles

Related Words

English course
Training or class aimed at teaching skills and perspectives in the English language.
Kurso ng Ingles
Translation to English
Translation of text from another language to English.
Salin ng Ingles

Slang Meanings

Jealous, doesn't want to compete.
Why does he always say that English is cooler? He's just jealous.
Bakit palaging may sinasabi na lang na mas cool ang ingles? Ingitero lang yun.
Becoming snobbish because of knowledge in English.
You know, those who speak English, sometimes act so arrogant!
Alam mo yun, ang mga nag-iingles, minsan ano, parang ang yayabang!
Famous, cool, or trendy because of the ability to communicate in English.
Marie is so cool because she's fluent in English; she’s always a hit at parties.
Sobrang cool ni Marie kasi fluent siya sa ingles, parati siyang hit sa mga party.