Panggamas (en. Pest)

/paŋˈɡa.mas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of insect that damages crops.
Pests need immediate solutions to prevent crop damage.
Ang mga panggamas ay kailangan ng agarang solusyon upang hindi masira ang ani.
Anything that obstructs the growth of crops.
The pests in the soil are causing low yields.
Ang mga panggamas sa lupa ay nagdudulot ng mababang ani.
Insects or organisms that carry diseases to plants.
Many pests are responsible for the spread of diseases in crops.
Maraming panggamas ang nagiging sanhi ng pagkalat ng mga sakit sa mga pananim.

Etymology

From the word 'gamas' which refers to pests that damage crops.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pests in crops
insects or animals that harm plants
panggamas sa pananim

Related Words

eradication
The process of removing or controlling pests.
pagsugpo

Slang Meanings

dancing as if preparing for a night out
The party was so fun, we were all 'panggamas' on the dance floor.
Sobrang saya ng party, lahat kami nagpapanggamas sa dance floor.
wearing glamorous or party clothes
I got all 'panggamas' for Marisol's wedding, my gown is beautiful!
Nag-panggamas ako para sa kasal ni Marisol, ang ganda ng gown ko!