Punggal (en. Cup)
/puŋgal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of cup commonly used for drinking coffee or tea.
She brewed coffee in the cup she used.
Nagmugna siya ng kape sa punggal na kanyang ginamit.
A small container with a handle, often used in ceremonies or gatherings.
Different cups were used for their ceremony.
Iba't ibang punggal ang ginamit para sa kanilang seremonya.
Cup used in Coffee or Tea Service.
Many cups are needed for the guests.
Kailangan ang maraming punggal para sa mga bisita.
Etymology
Arabic word: فنجال (finjaal) meaning cup or mug.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cup of coffee
cup used for drinking coffee
punggal ng kape
cup of tea
cup used for drinking tea
punggal ng tsaa
Related Words
cup
A container with a handle, commonly used for drinking various beverages.
tasa
mug
A larger cup commonly used for drinking coffee or tea.
mug
Slang Meanings
a situation of training or preparation that seems chaotic
There was so much 'punggal' at the venue before the event that we couldn't leave on time.
Ang daming punggal sa venue bago ang event, kaya di tuloy kami umalis sa maayos na oras.
people or things happening together in a chaotic way
Oh no, the office is full of 'punggal' right now; everyone is busy.
Naku, punung-puno ng punggal ang opisina ngayon, lahat abala.