Panukat (en. Measuring device)

/pəˈnukat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object used to obtain the measurement or size of something.
He used a measuring device to find out the length of the table.
Gumamit siya ng panukat para malaman ang haba ng mesa.
A device that supports measuring activities.
This measuring device can be used on various types of materials.
Ang panukat na ito ay maaaring gamitin sa iba't ibang uri ng mga materyales.
An instrument for making precise measurements.
The measuring device is very important in engineering projects.
Napakahalaga ng panukat sa mga engineering na proyekto.

Etymology

Originates from the root word 'sukat' meaning 'to measure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

distance measuring device
A type of measuring device used to determine the distance between two points.
panukat ng distansya
temperature measuring device
A tool used to measure temperature.
panukat ng temperatura

Related Words

measure
The process of obtaining the measurement or size of something.
sukat
measuring
The activity of obtaining measurements.
pagsusukat

Slang Meanings

Measuring device or gauge
I bought a measuring tool to find out which is heavier.
Bumili ako ng panukat para malaman kung alin ang mas mabigat.
Measurement of size or scale
Use this measuring tool for the fabric.
Gamitin mo ang panukat na 'to para sa tela.
Comparison or evaluation
We need a benchmark to know who is better.
Kailangan natin ng panukat para malaman kung sino ang mas magaling.