Panganto (en. Guide)

/paŋˈɐn.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A thing that provides direction or information.
They used the guide to find the right way.
Ginamit nila ang panganto upang makahanap ng tamang daan.
A person who teaches or guides others.
The group's guide gave good advice.
Ang panganto ng grupo ay nagbigay ng magandang payo.
Materials used to better understand a subject.
The guides in the book helped me in my studies.
Ang mga panganto sa libro ay nakatulong sa akin sa aking pag-aaral.

Etymology

from the words 'pang-' and 'anto'

Common Phrases and Expressions

guide guide
a person or thing that provides help in a situation
gabay na panganto
has a guide
teaches or provides direction
may panganto

Related Words

leader
A word that may refer to a leader or chief.
pang-ulo

Slang Meanings

A finishing move or way to show that a conversation or fight is over.
I already pulled a panganto on John, he couldn't reply.
Naka-panganto na ako kay John, di na siya nakasagot.
To sync or move in style with someone else's actions.
Your panganto in the song was great, it was fun to dance!
Ang galing ng panganto mo sa kanta, ang saya umindak!