Kapulungan (en. Assembly)

/kaˈpu.luŋ.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A group of people coming together to discuss something.
The assembly of teachers held a meeting to discuss the new curriculum.
Ang kapulungan ng mga guro ay nagdaos ng pulong upang talakayin ang bagong kurikulum.
A formal structure of people with the purpose of making decisions.
The members of the assembly voted to approve the law.
Ang mga miyembro ng kapulungan ay bumoto upang aprubahan ang batas.
A body of people holding power or responsibility.
The assembly of local officials is crucial for the development of the community.
Ang kapulungan ng mga lokal na opisyal ay mahalaga sa pagpapaunlad ng komunidad.

Etymology

From the root word 'pulung' which refers to a gathering or assembly.

Common Phrases and Expressions

assembly of people
a gathering of individuals united for a purpose
kapulungan ng mga tao

Related Words

meeting
A gathering of people to discuss relevant topics.
pulong
committee
A group of people assigned to perform a specific task.
komite

Slang Meanings

group of people who gather together
In that group, we learned a lot from the discussions.
Diyan sa kapulungan, ang dami nating natutunan sa mga diskusyon.
companions or friends who are always there for each other
Our group at the exhibit is so much fun, everyone is happy.
Ang kapulungan namin sa exhibit, sobrang saya at masaya ang lahat.