Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Kumpasan (en. Compass)

    /kum.pá.san/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A tool used to determine direction.
    He used a compass to find the right path to the mountain.
    Gumamit siya ng kumpasan upang malaman ang tamang daan patungo sa bundok.
    An instrument that provides information about north, south, east, and west.
    The compass is essential for sea navigators.
    Ang kumpasan ay mahalaga sa mga navigator ng dagat.
    A similar instrument used in the fields of mathematics and engineering.
    He used a compass in his engineering project.
    Gumamit siya ng kumpasan sa kanyang proyekto sa engineering.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'kumpas' which means degree or measure of something.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gesture of the hand
    A hand movement used as a signal or direction.
    kumpas ng kamay

    Related Words

    compass
    A word that refers to measure or direction.
    kumpas

    Slang Meanings

    An acquaintance or friend.
    Come with us, buddy, let's have fun!
    Sama ka sa amin, kumpas, mag-enjoy tayo!
    Shamelessness.
    You really have the gall to borrow money but never pay it back.
    Ang kumpas mo talagang mangutang, pero di mo naman binabayaran.
    Support or help for a friend.
    Need help? I'm here for you, buddy!
    Kailangan mo ng tulong? Nandito lang ako, kumpas!