Pungas (en. Sacrifice)

ˈpuŋgas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A method of offering or sacrificing.
The sacrifice of his life highlighted his love for the country.
Ang pungas ng kanyang buhay ay nagbigay-diin sa kanyang pagmamahal sa bayan.
The trait of sacrificing for the betterment of others.
The sacrifice of our ancestors served as inspiration for all of us.
Ang pungas sa ating mga ninuno ay nagsilbing inspirasyon sa ating lahat.
An acceptance of damage or sacrifice for a purpose.
Her sacrifice for her family helped in their progress.
Ang kanyang pungas para sa kanyang pamilya ay tumulong sa kanilang pag-unlad.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'pungad' which means sacrifice or depicted.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sacrifice of life
Sacrifice of one's life for another person or cause.
pungas ng buhay

Related Words

sacrifice
The act of giving up something, especially something important, for the benefit of others.
pagsasakripisyo

Slang Meanings

A quick or diligent person
Mark is so quick at work that his boss invited him to be the team leader.
Sobrang pungas ni Mark sa trabaho, kaya niyaya siya ng boss na maging team leader.
A seller or person who works hard in selling
Wow, Maria is really hardworking at her small store!
Naku, pungas na pungas yang si Aling Maria sa kanyang sari-sari store!
Someone who is passionate or diligent about something
He is so into online gaming; he’s always playing!
Masyado siyang pungas sa kanyang online gaming, talagang laging naglalaro!