Pating (en. Shark)

/ˈpatiŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of large fish with sharp teeth and a streamlined body.
The shark is known for its speed and strength under water.
Ang pating ay kilala sa kanyang bilis at lakas sa ilalim ng tubig.
A well-known predator in the ocean that uses its senses to find food.
Sharks often seek small fish around large reefs.
Madalas na hinahanap ng pating ang mga maliliit na isda sa paligid ng malaking reef.
A symbol of danger or threat to humans in the sea.
Sharks are often portrayed as symbols of danger in movies.
Ang pating ay madalas na inilarawan bilang simbolo ng panganib sa mga pelikula.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sharks in the sea
Types of sharks found in the ocean.
mga pating sa dagat

Related Words

fish
Represents a group of animals living in water.
isda
coral
Underwater structures that are often habitats for sharks.
koral

Slang Meanings

Badass (referring to a person with a tough or bad personality)
That kid has a really badass personality.
Sobrang pating na masama ang ugali ng batang 'yon.
Biting like a shark (referring to something that is very challenging or harsh)
I don't want to anymore, my life feels like biting like a shark, so difficult!
Ayoko na, parang kagat pating na itong buhay ko, sobrang hirap!