Panggiling (en. Grinder)

pang-gil-ing

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A tool used to grind grains or other food.
He used the grinder to turn the coffee into powder.
Ginamit niya ang panggiling upang gawing pulbos ang kape.
A machine or device that grinds materials.
This grinder is very advanced and powerful.
Ang panggiling na ito ay napaka-advanced at makapangyarihan.
A specific type of grinder used in the industry.
This grinder is used in the manufacturing of flour.
Ang panggiling na ito ay ginagamit sa pagmamanupaktura ng harina.

Etymology

Historical: derived from the word 'giling' meaning to crush or grind.

Common Phrases and Expressions

coffee grinder
A grinder specifically used for coffee beans.
panggiling ng kape
grain grinder
Machine or tool for grinding grains.
panggiling ng butil

Related Words

grind
The process of crushing or grinding food or materials.
giling
grinding
The act of grinding or using a grinder.
panggigiling

Slang Meanings

a macho man
Marco, the stud on the basketball court, is always the star.
Si Marco, ang panggiling sa basketball court, lagi siyang bida.
the star/hero
My friend James is like the champ in any competition, he’s always the winner.
Ang kaibigan kong si James ay parang panggiling sa mga labanan, lagi siyang panalo.
a tough guy
Don’t mess with him, he’s a tough guy, you might get punched.
Wag mo siyang asarin, panggiling yan, baka makasapak ka.