Pitso (en. Basis)
pit-so
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A unit of currency used in the Philippines.
The value of one pitso is equivalent to five pesos.
Ang halaga ng isang pitso ay katumbas ng limang piso.
An item that is tightly bound or folded.
These are pitsos of the rules being followed.
Ang mga ito ay pitso ng sinusunod na mga panuntunan.
Etymology
From the Spanish word 'piso'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Core of life
Focus on responsibilities and effort.
Pitso ng buhay
Related Words
test
An assessment used to measure knowledge or ability.
pagsusulit
Slang Meanings
An exciting gimmick or activity.
Dude, let's go, the pitso for the field trip later is going to be fun!
Dude, tara na, ang saya ng pitso sa field trip mamaya!
A chill or relaxing time spent with friends.
Nothing much to do, so we just had a pitso at home.
Walang masyadong gawin, kaya sa bahay na lang kami nag-pitso.
Gathering of people for a fun or productive activity.
Come on, let's have a pitso later at the park, let's play basketball!
Tara, mag-pitso tayo mamaya sa park, maglaro tayo ng basketball!