Paturan (en. Command)

/paˈturan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of order or instruction given to a person or group.
The teacher's command was clear and easy to follow.
Ang paturan ng guro ay malinaw at madaling sundin.
The act of commanding or expressing decisions.
His command provided direction for the project.
Ang kanyang paturan ay nagbigay ng direksyon sa proyekto.
The power to give orders.
As a leader, his command should be respected.
Bilang isang lider, ang kanyang paturan ay dapat igalang.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'paturang' which means 'to command or issue instructions.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

follow the command
To obey the given orders or instructions.
sundin ang paturan

Related Words

obedience
The act of complying with an order or command.
pagsunod
to be ordered
The person or individual who receives the command.
utusan

Slang Meanings

someone who is acting high and mighty
Wow, my acquaintance won't even talk to him anymore because he acts like he's high and mighty.
Grabe, ayaw na talagang makipag-usap ng kakilala ko sa kanya kasi parang nagpapataas ng ulo siya.
having a high opinion of oneself
He acts so high and mighty, like he thinks he's the best.
Parang ang paturan niya, akala mo kung sinong magaling.