Kimpal (en. Coil)

kim-pal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of shape or form that is circular or spiral.

The round breads are placed in a coil so they don't stick together.

Ang mga bilog na tinapay ay nilalagay sa kimpal para hindi magsama-sama.

An item arranged in a circular manner.

The coils of wire are stored in a box.

Ang mga kimpal ng kawad ay nakaimbak sa isang kahon.

verb

The act of creating or arranging something in a circular form.

I need to coil the rope before using it.

Kailangan kong kimpalin ang lubid bago ito gamitin.

Derived from the Tagalog term for a tightened or coiled item.

coil of wire

A circular piece of wire commonly used in making things.

kimpal ng kawad

wire

A type of material used in various applications such as creating items.

kawad

Quick or sudden move

Wow, we need to act quickly for the meeting later!

Nako, kailangan nating kumilos nang kimpal para sa meeting mamaya!

Fast action or reply

His response in the chat was quick, looks like he's online.

Kimpal ang sagot niya sa chat, mukhang online siya.

Impulsive decision

He made a quick purchase of a new cellphone.

Kimpal lang ang ginawa niyang pagbili ng bagong cellphone.