Karsel (en. Cell)
kar-sel
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A small room usually used as a jail.
He was imprisoned in a cell due to his crimes.
Siya ay nakulong sa isang karsel dahil sa kanyang mga kasalanan.
Often a part of a prison where prisoners are kept.
Behind the cell, prisoners have opportunities to reflect.
Sa likod ng karsel, ang mga preso ay may mga pagkakataon na makapagmuni-muni.
A unit of storage or compartment used in other contexts.
The data cell is necessary to properly maintain information.
Ang karsel para sa data ay kinakailangan upang maayos na mapanatili ang impormasyon.
Etymology
Derived from the English word 'carcell' referring to a jail or prison.
Common Phrases and Expressions
imprisoned in a cell
Means a person is in jail.
nakakulong sa karsel
Related Words
prisoner
A person who is imprisoned.
bilanggo
imprisonment
The condition of a person being in a cell or jail.
pagkakulong
Slang Meanings
who? (referring to a person in a casual or teasing manner)
Who is your karsel? You both look happy.
Sino yung karsel mo? Mukhang masaya kayo.
a source of amusement (someone who brings joy or fun)
It's so fun to be with my karsel, I always find myself laughing.
Ang saya kasama ng karsel ko, lagi akong napapatawa.
friend (close friend or buddy in a casual tone)
He's my karsel, I'm always there beside him.
Siya na yung karsel ko, lagi akong nandiyan sa tabi niya.