Panghukbo (en. Military)
/paŋˈhuʔ.ko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An organized group of people working together for military purposes.
The military assembled for an operation.
Nagtipon ang panghukbo para sa isang operasyon.
The total number of soldiers assigned to a specific mission.
This military is placed under the command of a general.
Ang panghukbo na ito ay inilagay sa ilalim ng pamumuno ng isang heneral.
Etymology
From the word 'hukbo' which means a group of soldiers.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Military of the Philippines
The military forces of the Philippines.
Panghukbo ng Pilipinas
Related Words
soldier
A person serving in armed forces.
sundalo
commander
An officer in command of a military unit.
komandante
Slang Meanings
guard
Let's join the guard in the upcoming battles!
Sama na tayo sa gwardya sa mga susunod na laban!
fighting squad
Our fighting squad is strong, so we will win!
Ang tropang laban natin ay malakas, kaya't mananalo tayo!
groups/squads
There are some groups planning an attack on the other side.
May mga banda-banda na nagpaplano ng atake sa kabila.