Pingal (en. Twist)

pin-gal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A turn or curl of an object.
The twist of the cable causes a poor signal.
Ang pingal ng kable ay nagdudulot ng hindi magandang signal.
Here is an example of an action with little or no formal result.
His action seems to have a twist that is pointless.
Ang kanyang pagkilos ay tila may pingal na wala namang saysay.

Etymology

Language of local communities in the Philippines.

Common Phrases and Expressions

contains a twist or non-straight part
contains a twist or non-straight part
may pingal

Related Words

straight
not bending or twisting.
tuwid

Slang Meanings

Super happy or joyful
Wow, I'm so overjoyed when we won the match!
Grabe, pingal na pingal ako nang nanalo kami sa laban!
Excited
I'm so excited today because the concert is tomorrow!
Pingal ako ngayon dahil bukas na ang concert!
Always the star or in the spotlight
He's the one who's always the center of attention in the group, always has the latest news!
Siya yung pingal sa grupo, lagi siyang may bagong balita!