Kapulungin (en. Assembly)

/ka-pu-luŋ-in/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A group of people gathered for a purpose.
The teachers held an assembly to discuss the new curriculum.
Nagkaroon ng kapulungin ang mga guro upang talakayin ang bagong kurikulum.
The process of gathering people for a meeting.
The assembly is important for effective decision-making.
Mahalaga ang kapulungin sa maayos na pagdedesisyon.

Etymology

From the root word 'pulong' meaning 'gathering' or 'meeting'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

coming together
Having a gathering together.
pagsasama-sama
gather everyone
To gather or assemble everyone for a purpose.
tipunin ang lahat

Related Words

town council
A type of assembly for elected officials in local government.
sangguniang bayan
meeting
A specific time and place where a group meets for discussion.
pulong

Slang Meanings

to talk to or get to know other people
You should meet up with your classmates for the project!
Kapulungin mo naman yung mga kaklase mo para sa project!
having a meeting or gathering
We have a gathering tomorrow at Mark's house.
May kapulungan kami bukas sa bahay ni Mark.
a gathering for an informal chat
The gathering seems chill, it’s fun!
Parang chill lang yung kapulungan, masaya!