Karagatan (en. Ocean)
/ka.ra.ga.tan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A large body of water larger than a sea.
The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean in the world.
Ang Karagatang Pasipiko ang pinakamalaking karagatan sa mundo.
A place full of water where various sea forms are found.
The ocean is rich in natural creations.
Mayaman ang karagatan sa mga likha ng kalikasan.
The part of the world composed of water, surrounding the continents.
Fish live in oceans and seas.
Ang mga isda ay nakatira sa mga karagatan at dagat.
Etymology
derived from the word 'kara' meaning 'sea' or 'land surrounded by water'
Common Phrases and Expressions
to go out to the ocean
to go far out to sea for fishing or to see natural resources
pumalaot sa karagatan
Related Words
Atlantic Ocean
An ocean between America and Europe.
karagatang-atlantic
Indian Ocean
An ocean located south of Asia and east of Africa.
karagatang-indiano
Slang Meanings
sea or ocean filled with people or vessels
The sea is so crowded, the boat can't move!
Siksikan na sa karagatan, hindi na makagalaw ang bangka!
a vast space or expanse around
It seems like the sea of ideas is endless.
Parang ang karagatan ng mga ideya ay walang hanggan.
beautiful scenery or scene surrounding water
The ocean view here at the beach is truly amazing!
Talaga namang kahanga-hanga ang karagatan dito sa beach!