Inisyal (en. Initial)
i-ni-syal
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to the first letter or origin of a name or object.
The initial of her name is J.
Ang inisyal ng kanyang pangalan ay J.
Relates to the primary parts or elements of something.
The initial step is very important in the process.
Ang inisyal na hakbang ay napakahalaga sa proseso.
Etymology
From Spanish 'inicial' meaning 'first' or 'main part'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
initial report
First report that provides information on a situation or event.
inisyal na ulat
Related Words
initialism
Method of forming initials in documents or names.
inisyalismo
contract
A legal document that often includes the initials of the parties.
kontrata
Slang Meanings
initials or first letter of a name
She said that the 'K' in her name is her initial.
Sabi niya yung 'K' sa pangalan niya ay ang inisyal niya.
a person's name used as shorthand
In my email, I mentioned her initials R.A.
Sa email ko, binanggit ko ang inisyal niya na R.A.
a sign of identity
The initials engraved on her bracelet are for Roni.
Yung inisyal na engraved sa bracelet niya ay kay Roni.