Piskalya (en. Swimming pool)

pis-kal-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A structure used for swimming or playing in water.
The children are happy on their first day at the swimming pool.
Ang mga bata ay masaya sa kanilang unang araw sa piskalya.
A water container usually made of cement or other materials.
The swimming pool at their house has a beautiful view.
Ang piskalya sa kanilang tahanan ay may magandang tanawin.
A place where people gather to relax and bathe.
Many people flock to the swimming pool during summer.
Maraming tao ang dumadayo sa piskalya tuwing tag-init.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'piscina' which means a container for water.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Swim in the swimming pool
Jump in and enjoy the water at the swimming pool.
Maligo sa piskalya

Related Words

swim
The action of moving in water to propel oneself.
langoy
summer
The season of the year that is normally hot, often used for water activities.
tag-init

Slang Meanings

Fighting Spirit
Even if I'm struggling a lot, I will still strive to have fighting spirit in my life.
Kahit na hirap na hirap ako, pipilitin kong may piskalya pa rin sa buhay ko.
Kick of Life
When you have fighting spirit, you can withstand all the punches of problems.
Pag may piskalya ka, kayang kaya mo ang lahat ng hampas ng problema.
Just Fight
As long as there's fighting spirit, let's just fight through any challenge.
Basta't may piskalya, laban lang tayo sa kahit anong pagsubok.