Pangalawahan (en. Second)

/panga.lawa.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The second is the position that comes after the first in a sequence or list.
He is second in the race.
Siya ang pangalawahan sa karera.
It is also used to describe something that is like two.
There is a second reason for his decision.
May pangalawahan na dahilan ang kanyang desisyon.

Etymology

Root word: pangalawa (pangalawahan) from the root 'alawa' meaning 'two'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

second chance
A second opportunity to gain an advantage.
pangalawang pagkakataon
second level
The second tier or level.
pangalawang baitang

Related Words

first
The first position in a sequence.
una
third
The third position in a sequence.
ikatlo

Slang Meanings

second-hand item
I bought a second-hand cellphone, but it's still okay.
Bumili ako ng pangalawahan na cellphone, pero okay pa naman siya.
copycat style
I don't like second-hand style, I prefer original.
Ayaw ko ng pangalawahan na estilo, mas gusto ko original.
cheap
The second-hand shoes are cheap, so it's worth it!
Yung pangalawahan na sapatos, mura kaya sulit na sulit!