Pangukol (en. Preposition)

/paŋuˈkol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A part of speech used to show the relationship of things.
'Sa' is a type of preposition that indicates location.
Ang 'sa' ay isang uri ng pangukol na nagpapakita ng lokasyon.
Indicates the direction or purpose of an action.
'Para sa' shows the intended purpose.
Ang 'para sa' ay nagpapakita ng layuning pinatutungkulan.

Etymology

derived from the word 'uko' meaning 'concerning' or 'about'

Common Phrases and Expressions

because of
to express the cause or reason for something.
ng dahil sa
for
to indicate the purpose or intention of something.
para sa

Related Words

numerical adjective
An adjective that describes a number or quantity.
pang-uring pamilang
adverb
A part of speech that describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb.
pang-abay

Slang Meanings

intense feelings (like being fixated on something)
Wow, my obsession with K-pop music is off the charts!
Grabe, parang walang kapantay ang pangukol ko sa music ni K-pop!
teasing or gossip describing excessive love or interest
I wish, I have an obsession with him even if he doesn’t reply to me.
Sana all, may pangukol sa kanya kahit di niya ako sinasagot.