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    Patlang (en. Gap)

    /pat.laŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A space or empty part in an object or place.
    There is a large gap between the two people talking.
    May malaking patlang sa pagitan ng dalawang taong nag-uusap.
    A part in a text or document that is blank.
    You need to fill in the gap in this form.
    Kailangan mong punan ang patlang sa form na ito.
    A difference or lack in a situation or system.
    There is a gap in the students' knowledge in this subject.
    May patlang sa kaalaman ng mga mag-aaral sa asignaturang ito.

    Etymology

    From the root of the word 'patlang' meaning space or gap.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    knowledge gap
    An aspect that is lacking or insufficient in knowledge or information.
    patlang ng kaalaman
    fill in the gap
    A phrase that refers to completing a space or deficiency.
    punan ang patlang

    Related Words

    difference
    It refers to dissimilarity or lack of agreement in various aspects.
    pagkakaiba
    test
    A method of assessing a person's knowledge or skills, where gaps may arise.
    pagsusulit

    Slang Meanings

    crowding
    There are so many people here, it's like they all 'patlanged' into the bus.
    Ang daming tao dito, parang nag-patlang na sila sa bus.
    space or gap
    Don't move, I might 'patlang' you.
    Wag kang lumipat, baka ma-patlang kita.