Pingpungan (en. Junction)

/pɪŋˈpuŋan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where two or more paths intersect.
We passed through the junction of the roads on our way to the destination.
Dumaan kami sa pingpungan ng mga kalsada patungo sa aming destinasyon.
A road section that connects two directions.
There are signs at the junction to guide drivers.
May mga senyales sa pingpungan upang gabayan ang mga motorista.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'pingpang' meaning 'straight' or 'join together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

meeting place
A place or situation where people meet to discuss issues.
pinagpupulungan

Related Words

convergence
The coming together of a common place.
pagtatapo

Slang Meanings

To chat or have a conversation with someone.
Let's meet in front of the church, we'll pingpung.
Dun tayo sa harap ng simbahan, mag-pingpungan tayo.
To gather or get together.
Let's pingpung later at Mark's house.
Mag-pingpungan tayo mamaya sa bahay nila Mark.
To hang out.
On Friday, let's pingpung at the mall.
Sa Friday, mag-pingpungan tayo sa mall.