Kartutso (en. Paperweight)

/kar'tutʃo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object used to prevent papers from flying or being removed from a table.
He used a paperweight to keep important documents from being moved on his desk.
Gumamit siya ng kartutso upang hindi magalaw ang mga mahahalagang dokumento sa kanyang mesa.
A heavy object, usually made of stone or metal, that rests on top of papers.
A large and heavy paperweight is needed for old and thick books.
Kailangan ng malaki at mabigat na kartutso para sa mga luma at makapal na libro.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

Choose the right paperweight
Determine the right equipment to prevent papers from falling.
Pumili ng tamang kartutso

Related Words

newspaper
A paper material that contains news and information.
pahayagan
documentary
A type of document that presents details and evidence.
dokumentaryo

Slang Meanings

friend or acquaintance
Dude, let's go to the corner. Kartutso might be there!
Pare, tara na sa kanto. Baka nandun si kartutso!
a person who loves to socialize or chat
You're such a kartutso, you're always just hanging out at the plaza!
Masyado kang kartutso, lagi ka na lang nakatambay sa plaza!
someone who's a little annoying but endearing
There goes kartutso again, always like this!
Siya na naman si kartutso, laging ganito!