Piling (en. Pinili)

ˈpaɪ.lɪŋ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A set of selected things or people.
This pile includes the best artists.
Ang piling ito ay kinabibilangan ng mga pinakamahusay na artista.
A style of arrangement of items suggesting selection or endorsement.
This selection shows the students' talent.
Ang pilimg ito ay nagpapakita ng kakayahan ng mga estudyante.

Etymology

from the English word 'pile'

Common Phrases and Expressions

selected people
people who were chosen for their abilities or attributes
piling tao
selected products
products that were chosen for quality or characteristics
piling produkto

Related Words

choose
The action of selecting.
piliin
selected
Things that have been chosen.
napili

Slang Meanings

favorite
Of course, that's my favorite bag that I always use!
Siyempre, 'yan ang piling bag na lagi kong ginagamit!
chosen
Who are the chosen people you're working with on the project?
Sino ang piling tao na kasama mo sa project?
mixed/selected
I like the selected flavor of this drink.
Gusto ko yung piling lasa ng inumin na 'to.