Puntiryahan (en. Target)
/pun.ti.rya.han/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A location or object designated as a target by someone.
The target of his studies is to finish college.
Ang puntiryahan ng kanyang pag-aaral ay makatapos ng kolehiyo.
The goal intended to be achieved in a situation.
The goal of the project is to provide aid to those in need.
Ang puntiryahan ng proyekto ay makapagbigay ng tulong sa mga nangangailangan.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'puntirya' meaning 'target' or 'goal'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
right target
refers to the correct target or goal that should be reached or aimed for.
tamang puntiryahan
Related Words
target
The actual aim or object being targeted.
puntirya
Slang Meanings
to target
Just target him so you can get what you want.
Puntiryahan mo na lang siya para makuha mo yung gusto mo.
wants a shot
Just target him, it seems he wants a shot.
Puntiryahan mo na, parang gusto niya ng shot eh.
deliberate attack
Go ahead, target him in speaking, that's a deliberate attack!
Sige, puntiryahan mo siya sa pagsasalita, sadyang atake yun!