Iskolar (en. Scholar)

is-ko-lar

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who studies, often related to academic success.
Every scholar has the duty to continue their education.
Ang bawat iskolar ay may tungkulin na ipagpatuloy ang kanilang pag-aaral.
A student who is awarded a grant or scholarship for their studies.
Maria is a scholar receiving financial assistance from the government.
Si Maria ay isang iskolar na tumatanggap ng tulong-pinansyal mula sa gobyerno.
An individual with a high level of knowledge in a specific field.
Dr. Santos is a well-known scholar in the field of science.
Si Dr. Santos ay kilalang iskolar sa larangan ng agham.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'escolar' meaning student.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scholar of the nation
A student who received a scholarship from the town or government.
iskolar ng bayan

Related Words

scholarship
A type of financial aid to help students with their studies.
iskolarship
school
Place where scholars study.
paaralan

Slang Meanings

A diploma buddy
Wow, Pards studies so hard, he's like a diploma buddy in school!
Grabe, ang sipag ni Pards, parang dudong si diploma talaga sa pag-aaral!
Money of the people
Sometimes, you think all scholars are just thinking about the money of the people.
Minsan, akala mo lahat ng iskolar, pera ng bayan lang ang iniisip.
Just out of a scholarship
That kid just got out of a scholarship, that's why he has such high self-esteem.
Yung bata, kagagaling lang sa scholarship, kaya ang taas ng self-esteem.