Partikular (en. Particular)

/par-ti-ku-lar/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a specific thing or person.
There is a particular reason why he didn't come.
May partikular na dahilan kung bakit hindi siya pumasok.
Indicates a detail or characteristic that is unique.
The particular detail of the story is intriguing.
Ang partikular na detalye ng kwento ay nakakagiliw.
A specific type or class.
He is looking for a particular book for his project.
Naghahanap siya ng partikular na libro para sa kanyang proyekto.

Etymology

from the English word 'particular'

Common Phrases and Expressions

particular case
Refers to a specific situation or event.
partikular na kaso

Related Words

particularity
The quality of being particular.
partikularidad

Slang Meanings

As in 'specific' or 'particular', often used to emphasize something distinct.
That particular house is different, it's really beautiful!
Iba 'yung partikular na bahay na 'yun, ang ganda talaga!
Used to describe something with a certain flair or uniqueness.
She has a particular style in her clothing, it's cool!
May partikular na style ang kanyang pananamit, ang cool!
When someone is choosy or precise about something.
He's particular about food, he doesn't like spicy.
Partikular kasi siya sa pagkain, ayaw ng maanghang.