Pangulok (en. Angle)

paŋ-ú-lok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A measurement of space formed by the intersection of two straight lines at a point.
The third angle of the triangle measures twelve degrees.
Ang ikatlong pangulok ng tatsulok ay may sukat na labindalawang degree.
The bending or changing of the direction of something.
The angle of his body changed as he turned.
Ang pangulok ng kanyang katawan ay nagbago habang siya ay umiikot.
A position or view from a particular point.
He looked from the angle of his office to see the entire view.
Tumingin siya sa pangulok ng kanyang opisina upang makita ang buong tanawin.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'kulok' which means 'aim' or 'due to' and 'panga' which refers to shape or form.

Common Phrases and Expressions

out of the corner of the eye
Refers to a glance that is not direct or focused on a single object.
sa pangulok ng mata
re-examine from a different angle
To look over a situation or idea from a different perspective.
muling suriin ang pangulok

Related Words

divergence
Refers to a change or shift in direction related to an angle.
pangguwang
triangle
A figure that has three angles, commonly used in geometry.
tatsulok

Slang Meanings

teasing or joking
Wow, your smile is so charming, that's a cheeky tease!
Naks, ang ganda ng ngiti mo, pangulok ah!
unique behavior or style
That outfit you're wearing is quite out there, can you see that color?
Parang pangulok yang suot mo ngayon, kita mo 'yung kulay?