Mediko (en. Doctor)
me-di-ko
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A professional who studies and provides treatment for illnesses.
Doctors play an important role in the health of society.
Ang mga mediko ay may mahalagang papel sa kalusugan ng lipunan.
A person with a medical license who attends to patients.
You should consult a doctor if you feel something unusual.
Dapat kumonsulta sa mediko kung may nararamdaman kang kakaiba.
One of the professional standards in the health field.
Being a doctor requires long and rigorous training.
Ang pagiging mediko ay nangangailangan ng mahaba at masusing pagsasanay.
Etymology
from the Spanish word 'medico' meaning 'doctor' or 'medical professional'
Common Phrases and Expressions
consult a doctor
seek advice from a doctor
kumonsulta sa mediko
ask a doctor
request information or answers from a doctor
magtanong sa mediko
Related Words
medicine
The science or art of studying and providing treatment for illnesses.
medisina
patient
A person receiving medical attention from a doctor.
pasyente
Slang Meanings
Doc
Maria really is like a doc, she's so good at taking care of people.
Parang si Doc na talaga si Maria, ang galing niyang mag-alaga.
Lack of knowledge about health
Oh man, you’re like a doc but there’s so much you don’t know.
Nako, parang mediko ka na pero ang dami mong di alam.
A call for medical professionals in a more casual way
He's the group's doc, always has a solution for the ailments!
Siya na ang mediko ng grupo, laging may solusyon sa sakit!