Pagbuntunan (en. Target)

/pag-bun-tu-nan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or thing that is focused on by thought or effort.
His target is his dreams in life.
Ang kanyang pagbuntunan ay ang kanyang mga pangarap sa buhay.
The result or goal in a process or undertaking.
Focus is essential in every project to succeed.
Mahalaga ang pagbuntunan sa bawat proyekto upang magtagumpay.

Etymology

The word 'pagbuntunan' originates from the root word 'buntun' meaning 'effort' or 'focus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Focus of attention
A place where attention is directed.
Pagbuntunan ng pansin

Related Words

Focus
The process of concentrating on a thing or task.
pagtutok

Slang Meanings

to scold or criticize
You should vent your frustrations at him because of what he did to you.
Pagbuntunan mo siya ng sama ng loob dahil sa ginawa niya sa'yo.
to speak poorly about someone
Don't badmouth someone who hasn't done anything wrong.
Huwag kang pagbuntunan ng masama ang tao na walang kasalanan.
to point out or highlight
The mistakes in the project became the focus of people's criticism.
Naging pagbuntunan ng mga tao ang mga maling pagkakamali sa proyekto.