Pundakan (en. Foundation)
pun-da-kan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A part or element that serves as support or basis of a structure.
The foundation of the house is very important for its stability.
Ang pundakan ng bahay ay napakahalaga upang maging matatag ito.
The primary basis or foundation of a system or idea.
The foundation of his argument is not strong.
Ang pundakan ng kanyang argumento ay hindi matibay.
Etymology
derived from the root word 'pundar' which means 'foundation' or 'basis'
Common Phrases and Expressions
foundation of education
basis for good knowledge and skills.
pundakan ng edukasyon
Related Words
foundation
A structure that provides support to something.
pundasyon
Slang Meanings
Gathering of different people in one place to enjoy or have fun.
Let's all go to the gathering later, it's so much fun there!
Sama-sama tayo sa pundakan mamaya, ang saya dun!
Sudden meet-up of friends with no plan.
We randomly met up at the mall earlier, there were so many people!
Nagpundakan kami sa mall kanina, ang daming tao!
Gathering for fun or celebration.
There's a big gathering in the barangay this Saturday!
May malaking pundakan sa barangay sa Sabado!