Plakard (en. Placard)

/plaˈkard/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece of material (such as cardboard or paper) used as a sign or notice.
He hung a placard in front of his store to promote the sales.
Nagsabit siya ng plakard sa harap ng kanyang tindahan upang ipromote ang mga sale.
A type of poster that contains information or a message often used in rallies or protests.
The demonstrators brought placards to express their opinions.
Ang mga demonstrador ay nagdala ng plakard upang ipahayag ang kanilang saloobin.
A form of art or communication that expresses views or ideas to the public.
He created a placard as a way to express his opinion on the issue.
Gumawa siya ng plakard bilang paraan ng pagpapahayag ng kanyang opinyon sa isyu.

Etymology

Derived from the French word 'placard' meaning a sign or notice.

Common Phrases and Expressions

protest placard
A placard used in rallies to express grievances or demands.
plakard ng mga protesta
slogan on placard
A message or statement written on a placard, often used in campaigns.
islogan sa plakard

Related Words

banner
A large piece of fabric or paper with a written message, commonly used in public events.
banner
sign
An object or symbol that carries a message or information.
sign

Slang Meanings

Gathering or event with food.
Let's go to the plakard in the town, there will be grilled food and fun there!
Puntahan natin ang plakard sa bayan, mayihaw na mga pagkain at kasiyahan doon!
Outpouring or manifestation of feelings.
Because of the youth, there are many plakards on the street regarding their rights.
Dahil sa mga kabataan, maraming plakard sa kalsada tungkol sa kanilang mga karapatan.