Iskuwala (en. School)

is-ku-wa-la

Meaning & Definition

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noun
An institution that provides education.
Children study at school from morning until afternoon.
Ang mga bata ay nag-aaral sa iskwala mula umaga hanggang hapon.
A place where students learn.
There are many activities at school every year.
Maraming mga aktibidad sa iskwala tuwing taon.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'escuela' meaning school.

Common Phrases and Expressions

start at school
the process of entering school
magsimula sa iskwala

Related Words

educational institution
A broader term referring to educational institutions.
eskwelahan

Slang Meanings

No problem
Forget about that, let's continue our outing!
Iskuwala na 'yan, tuloy na tayo sa gala!
I don't care
I just ignore their gossip.
Iskuwala lang ako sa mga chismis nila.
One hundred percent sure
Don't doubt what he said, that's true!
Iskuwala 'yang sinabi niya, totoo yan!