Panikala (en. Hanger)

/pɑ.niˈkɑ.lɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A tool used to hang clothes.
She used a hanger for her new dress.
Gumamit siya ng panikala para sa kanyang bagong damit.
An item usually made of metal or plastic that can be hung on a wall or closet.
Hangers are commonly found inside the closet.
Ang mga panikala ay karaniwang makikita sa loob ng aparador.
A tool that can hold multiple clothes at the same time.
The hanger helps keep the clothes organized.
Ang panikala ay nakatutulong upang mapanatiling maayos ang mga damit.

Etymology

Spanish origin: 'pancala'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Clothes hanger
A hanger used for clothes.
Panikala ng damit

Related Words

hair hanger
A hanger used to style hair.
buhok na panikala
extender
A sewing tool that can be used along with the hanger.
pahabain

Slang Meanings

dream or ambition that's hard to achieve
Life is just like a panikala, it's hard to get what you want!
Parang panikala lang ang buhay, ang hirap makuha ng gusto mo!
things that are overly desired
Everyone has a panikala in life, even if it can't be reached.
Lahat ng tao ay may panikala sa buhay, kahit na hindi ito kayang abutin.
an impossible situation or event
I hope my chance here won't just be a panikala.
Sana hindi maging panikala lang ang chance ko dito.