Panga (en. Gill)

/ˈpaŋa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A part of an animal's body, particularly in fish, used for breathing in water.

The gill of the fish contains the structures that help them breathe underwater.

Ang panga ng isda ay naglalaman ng mga gill na tumutulong sa kanilang paghinga sa ilalim ng tubig.

A form of tooth structure found in the jaws of animals.

The jaws of the crocodile have sharp teeth distinct from its jaws.

Ang panga ng buwaya ay may matutulis na ngipin na nakabukod sa kanyang panga.

A part of the face that supports the teeth.

A sore jaw is often a sign of muscle fatigue.

Ang masakit na panga ay madalas na senyales ng pagkapagod ng mga kalamnan.

In the Tagalog language, 'panga' originates from a root that refers to elongated shapes.

fish gill

Refers to the part of a fish used for breathing.

panga ng isda

jaw-jaw

Refers to the sound produced in making jaws.

panga-panga

It has to be done right, no misses

When there's a fight, you really have to give it your all.

Kapag may laban, kailangan mo talagang i-panga lahat.

Serious, no joking around

You shouldn't take these things lightly.

Dapat hindi ka magpanga sa mga ganitong bagay.