Piryod (en. Period)

/ˈpirjod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A specific time frame characterized by certain features.
During her period of study, she worked hard.
Sa piryod ng kanyang proseso, siya ay nag-aral nang mabuti.
A phase that marks the end of an event or process.
There was a quiet period after the conflict.
Nagkaroon ng tahimik na piryod matapos ang alitan.
A segment of time with a defined start and end.
Classes have three periods every day.
Ang klase ay may tatlong piryod araw-araw.

Etymology

Originates from the English word 'period'

Common Phrases and Expressions

period of examination
Time frame for assessment or examination.
piryod ng pagsubok
study period
Allocated time for study.
piryod ng pag-aaral

Related Words

duration
A measure of the passing of time.
tagal

Slang Meanings

Period of menstruation.
Sister, I got my period, so I won't be able to play later.
Ate, nag-piryod na ako, kaya di ako makakapaglaro mamaya.
A serious matter or concern about something significant.
This is serious, it's not just a period.
Serious na to, hindi ito piryod lang.
A time of transition or change.
Now is the period we need to change.
Ngayon ang piryod na kailangan natin nang magbago.