Pintuho (en. Point)

/pin-tu-ho/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
This refers to a specific location or peak.
The point of the mountain is its highest part.
Ang pintuho ng bundok ay ang pinakamataas na bahagi nito.
A unit of measurement of quality or level.
We need to achieve a high point in the exam.
Kailangan nating makakuha ng mataas na pintuho sa pagsusulit.
A thing that directs attention or focus.
His argument revolved around the point of our conversation.
Ang kanyang argumento ay umikot sa pintuho ng ating pakikipagtalastasan.

Etymology

As a root word derived from Latin 'punctum' meaning 'tip' or 'end'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

point of the world
Referring to the highest point in the world.
pintuho ng mundo
point of examination
The best part or area of examination.
pintuho ng pagsubok

Related Words

point
Refers to a specific reason or aspect in a discussion.
punto
identification
The act of pointing out or introducing something.
pagtukoy

Slang Meanings

someone who teaches, like a coach.
He is my mentor in basketball, I learn a lot from him.
Siya ang pintuho ko sa basketball, marami akong natututunan sa kanya.
someone who gives ideas or inspiration.
I like your work, it's beautiful! You're really my inspiration in arts.
Gusto ko yung gawa mo, ang ganda! Ikaw talaga ang pintuho ko sa arts.
leader or head of a group.
He is the leader of our group, he always takes care of us.
Siya yung pintuho ng grupo namin, lagi siyang nag-aalaga sa amin.