Pakahulugan (en. Definition)

/pɐkɐhʊlɪɡɐn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The expression of the meaning of a word or phrase.
The definition of the word 'moon' is the second part of a year.
Ang pakahulugan ng salitang 'buwan' ay ang ikalawang bahagi ng isang taon.
The process of identifying the meaning of something.
Understanding the definition is important for a deeper grasp of the text being read.
Mahalaga ang pakahulugan sa mas malalim na pag-unawa sa tekstong binabasa.
Providing an explanation of what a word means.
The teacher needs to explain the definition of new words to the students.
Kailangan ng guro na ipaliwanag ang pakahulugan ng mga bagong salita sa mga estudyante.

Etymology

From the words 'paka' and 'hulugan' referring to the expression of meaning.

Common Phrases and Expressions

what is the meaning?
Displays a question regarding the meaning of something.
ano ang pakahulugan?
give a definition
The process of providing an explanation for a word.
magbigay ng pakahulugan

Related Words

translation
The process of transferring thoughts from one language to another.
pagsasalin
explanation
Providing clearer information about a topic.
pagpapaliwanag

Slang Meanings

explanation
I need an explanation for this subject.
Kailangan ko ng pakahulugan para sa asignaturang ito.
definition
What is the definition of this word in the dictionary?
Ano ang pakahulugan ng salitang ito sa diksyunaryo?
interpretation
Is my interpretation of what you said correct?
Tama ba ang pakahulugan ko sa iyong sinabi?