Kabinet (en. Cabinet)

ka-bi-net

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece of furniture commonly used for storing items.
I will put the books in the cabinet in the room.
Ilalagay ko ang mga libro sa kabinet sa kwarto.
A group of people who advise the head of a country.
The cabinet of the country met for an important meeting.
Ang kabinet ng bansa ay nagtipon para sa isang mahalagang pulong.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

cabinet of ministers
A group of leaders in a country.
gabinete ng mga ministro
kitchen cabinets
Furniture in the kitchen where utensils are stored.
mga kabinet sa kusina

Related Words

living room
A part of the house where there are cabinets used for storage.
sala
office
A place where there are cabinets used for work.
opisina

Slang Meanings

Gathering or get-together
We had a gathering in the cabinet earlier, it was fun!
Kumain kami sa kabinet kanina, ang saya!
A hub for gossip or news
Our cabinet is full of stories, it's like a news station!
Yung kabinet namin, ang daming kwentuhan, parang balitaan!