Panregla (en. Ruler)

pan-reh-gla

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A tool or instrument used for measuring length or drawing straight lines.
I used a ruler to show the size of the table.
Gumamit ako ng panregla upang ipakita ang sukat ng lamesa.
A type of machinery or part that helps in determining measurements or dimensions.
In designing plans, a ruler is essential for accurate measurements.
Sa pagbuo ng mga plano, mahalaga ang panregla para sa tumpak na sukat.
A tool that can be made of wood, plastic, or metal.
He gave me a wooden ruler for my project.
Ibinigay niya sa akin ang isang panregla na gawa sa kahoy para sa aking proyekto.

Etymology

It is believed to originate from the word 'pan' which refers to a tool and 'regla' which means line or measurement.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mathematical ruler
Refers to the tool used in measuring dimensions in mathematics lessons.
panregla ng matematika

Related Words

measurement
The process of determining the size or value of something.
pagsukat

Slang Meanings

Menstruation
Oh no, my menstruation is coming, I need to stock up on pads.
Naku, darating na ang panregla ko, kailangan ko na mag-stock ng pads.
Length of period (Menstrual cycle)
The doctor said, my length of period is normal, but the menstruation still hurts.
Sabi ng doktor, normal lang ang tagal ng dalaw ko, pero masakit pa rin ang panregla.
Menstrual flow
I can't attend the party because my menstrual flow is heavy right now.
Hindi ako makadalo sa party, kasi malakas ang pagbaba ng daloy ko ngayon.