Pambakod (en. Fence)

/pɛmˈbakod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A thing used to provide a boundary or limitation in an area.

The fence is important to keep the animals safe in the pasture.

Ang pambakod ay mahalaga upang mapanatiling ligtas ang mga hayop sa pastulan.

A structure usually made of wood, metal, or other materials.

A new fence has been built around their yard.

May bagong pambakod na itinayo sa paligid ng kanilang bakuran.

derived from the root word 'bakod' with the affix 'pam-'

land fence

fence used to define the boundaries of land

pambakod ng lupa

fence

A structure or thing created to block a path or provide a boundary.

bakod

fence (barrier, separator)

The fence I had made is tougher than a clock!

Yung pambakod na pinagawa ko, mas matibay pa sa relos! (The fence I had made is tougher than a clock!)

boundary (protection)

We need a fence in front so that other people can't just enter.

Kailangan natin ng pambakod sa harap para di basta-basta makapasok ang ibang tao. (We need a fence in front so that other people can't just enter.)

walk on the edge (metaphorical reference to a limit)

The fences of the markets should really be followed.

Ang pambakod ng mga palengke ay talagang dapat sundin. (The fences of the markets should really be followed.)