Paralel (en. Parallel)
/pa-rah-lel/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A line or form that continues in the same direction and does not intersect.
A parallel describes points in a plane.
Isang paralel ang lumalarawan sa mga puntos sa eroplano.
adjective
Not intersecting or differing in their alignment.
The two are on parallel lines on the map.
Ang dalawa ay nasa paralel na linya sa mapa.
Having similar quality or characteristics.
His idea has a parallel theme to the previous project.
Ang kanyang ideya ay may paralel na tema sa naunang proyekto.
Etymology
from the Latin word 'parallelus'
Common Phrases and Expressions
parallel line
Two lines that will never meet.
paralel na linya
Related Words
perpendicular
A term that refers to lines or shapes that form a 90-degree angle.
perpendicular
Slang Meanings
Happening or existing alongside one another.
Our lives are like parallels, we don't enter each other's areas.
Parang paralel yung buhay namin, di kami nagpapasok sa area ng isa’t isa.
Not really communicating or understanding each other.
It's like we're parallel with my friend, we can't find common ground.
Parang paralel na kami ng kaibigan ko, hindi kami nagkakasundo.
To speak as if lacking connectivity.
He said, 'Your thoughts are parallel,' because he can't keep up with the conversation.
Sabi niya, 'Paralel na ang isip mo,' kasi di siya makasabay sa usapan.