Pamintuhuan (en. University)

pah-min-too-hwan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An institution of higher education where students study to obtain a degree.
The university offers various courses for students.
Ang pamintuhuan ay nag-aalok ng iba't ibang kurso para sa mga mag-aaral.
A place where students learn and acquire skills for their future careers.
You need to choose a university that fits your interests.
Kailangan mong pumili ng pamintuhuan na akma sa iyong mga interes.
An organized education system that provides a high level of knowledge.
Many students attend the university to achieve their dreams.
Maraming mga mag-aaral ang pumapasok sa pamintuhuan upang makamit ang kanilang mga pangarap.

Etymology

derived from the root word 'tuhod' which means a part of the body placed next to a smooth surface.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Go to university
Joining a university for education.
Pumunta sa pamintuhuan
Study at university
Taking a course or degree in a university.
Mag-aral sa pamintuhuan

Related Words

course
A set lesson or program of study taken at a university.
kurso
degree
The level of education awarded to graduates of a university.
degree

Slang Meanings

Second chance
We always have pamintuhuan in life, so let's not lose hope.
Laging mayroon tayong pamintuhuan sa buhay, kaya't huwag tayong mawalan ng pag-asa.
Last chance
This is your pamintuhuan to change.
Ito na ang iyong pamintuhuan upang magbago.
Ultimatum
Give your pamintuhuan before everything gets out of hand.
Ibigay mo ang iyong pamintuhuan bago pa mahuli ang lahat.