Organo (en. Organ)
/ɔrˈɡɑːnoʊ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the body that has a specific function.
The heart is an important organ responsible for the flow of blood.
Ang puso ay isang mahalagang organo na responsible sa pagdaloy ng dugo.
A musical instrument typically having keys.
The organ is an instrument found in churches.
Ang organo ay isang instrumento na matatagpuan sa mga simbahan.
Etymology
From the Latin 'organum' meaning part, instrument.
Common Phrases and Expressions
organ of the body
A part of the body with a specific function.
organo ng katawan
musical organ
A type of instrument used for church music.
musikal na organo
Related Words
tissue
A group of cells with similar formation and function.
tisyu
organ system
A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function in the body.
sistemang pang-organ
Slang Meanings
Music that feels like it's telling a story, often found in bars or gatherings.
The group's organo is amazing, it really lifts everyone's spirits at the party!
Ang organo ng grupo ay grabe, talagang nakakapagpasaya ng lahat sa party!
Sometimes used as slang for 'organisms' or lower beings.
Those kinds are just like organo, you shouldn't bother with them.
Parang mga organo lang ang mga ganyan, hindi mo sila dapat pansinin.