Piriyod (en. Period)
pi-ri-yod
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A specific time frame or part of time during which something occurs.
There is a study period before the exam.
May isang piriyod ng pag-aaral bago ang pagsusulit.
Speaking of a day, week, or month for a specific purpose.
A period of rest is required at work.
Kinakailangan ang piriyod ng pahinga sa trabaho.
A unit of hours that follows a particular activity.
The lessons are divided into three periods.
Ang mga leksyon ay nahahati sa tatlong piriyod.
Etymology
from the word 'period' in English
Common Phrases and Expressions
rest period
a time of no activity or work
piriyod ng pahinga
education period
designated time for study
piriyod ng edukasyon
Related Words
duration
Refers to the length of time of something.
tagal
Slang Meanings
A promise that won't be fulfilled
It's like your promise, you didn't keep it.
Parang piriyod lang yung sinabi mo, di mo naman tinupad.
Saying anything that isn't true
Don't believe him, he's just spouting nonsense.
Huwag kang maniwala sa kanya, puro piriyod lang yang sinasabi niya.