Palakat (en. Paddle)

/palaˈkat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of tool used for paddling boats.
He used the paddle to quickly cross the river.
Ginamit niya ang palakat upang mabilis na makatawid sa ilog.
A short, flat object with a handle, typically used in various bodies of water.
The paddle is made of wood and has a great design.
Ang palakat ay gawa sa kahoy at may mahusay na disenyo.
Tool used in water activities such as kayaking or canoeing.
They need a paddle suitable for kayaking.
Kailangan nila ng palakat na angkop para sa kayaking.

Common Phrases and Expressions

boat paddling
Paddling the boat using the paddle.
palakat ng bangka

Related Words

paddling
The process of using the paddle to push the boat.
pagsasagwan
boat
A type of watercraft commonly used in rivers and lakes.
bangka

Slang Meanings

Older brother or sister showing a sense of pride
You're the one with the best voice here, palakat!
Palakat ka, ikaw na ang may pinakamagandang boses dito!
Telling someone to go ahead or do something
Go ahead to the event, we'll meet later!
Sige na, palakat ka na sa event, kita tayo mamaya!
Like a goodbye word or farewell to an important person
I'm leaving now, I miss home so much!
Palakat na ako, miss na miss ko na ang bahay!