Karpeta (en. Carpet)

kar-pe-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A soft material used to cover the floor.
We put a new carpet in the living room.
Naglagay kami ng bagong karpeta sa sala.
A piece of cloth commonly used in homes or offices for decoration.
The carpet adds an attractive look to the room.
Ang karpeta ay nagbibigay ng magandang hitsura sa kuwarto.
A type of flooring made from woven fibers.
The carpet is easy to clean and maintain.
Ang karpeta ay madaling linisin at mapanatili.

Etymology

From the English word 'carpet'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

carpet on the floor
a type of carpet used on the floor
karpet sa sahig
invest in a carpet
spend money on a nice carpet
mamuhunan sa karpeta

Related Words

mats
A simpler type of floor covering usually made from high-quality material.
mats
rug
A smaller version of a carpet often placed in a specific area of the floor.
rug

Slang Meanings

A folder or a list of things to do.
Oh, I have a new folder for my deadlines, I'm all set with my projects!
Hala, may bagong karpeta ako ng mga deadline, dama na ako sa mga projects ko!
Load or responsibilities that are keeping someone busy.
I have so much on my plate at school that I can’t sleep!
Sobrang dami ng karpeta ko sa school, kaya di ako makatulog!
Someone who loves details or storytelling.
His folder of stories has so many details!
Ang karpeta ng mga kwento nya, maraming detalye!