Makina (en. Machine)
mah-kee-nah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A device or equipment that uses energy to perform work.
The factory machine speeds up production.
Ang makina ng pabrika ay nagpapabilis ng produksyon.
A system composed of parts that work together to achieve a goal.
The airplane's machinery is tightly controlled.
Ang makina ng eroplano ay mahigpit na kinokontrol.
Includes tools such as computers used in various processes.
He used a machine to design his project.
Gumamit siya ng makina upang magdisenyo ng kanyang proyekto.
Etymology
From the Spanish word 'máquina'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
time machine
A type of machine believed to allow travel to the past or future.
makina ng panahon
Related Words
machinery
A collection of machines used in a particular industry or process.
makinarya
engineer
A professional who designs and builds machines.
inhenyero
Slang Meanings
Laptop or computer used for online games
Your rig is awesome, it can handle high graphics!
Ang ganda ng makina mo, kaya pang-high graphics!
Someone who speeds up work
You're like a machine in making reports, you're fast!
Parang makina ka sa paggawa ng report, bilis mo!
Car or vehicle
Let's go, hop in my ride.
Daan na tayo, sakay na sa makina ko.