Puntok (en. Point)

/ˈpun.tok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A specific part or location on a plane or surface.
The point of the mountain disappears into the clouds.
Ang puntok ng bundok ay nalulusaw sa ulap.
A mark or sign indicating something.
There is a point on the paper indicating the correct answer.
May puntok sa papel na nagpapakita ng tamang sagot.
A unit of measure or value in a system.
One point is added to your score on the exam.
Isang puntok ang idinadagdag sa iyong marka sa pagsusulit.

Etymology

Tagalog term meaning 'point' or 'marks'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

important point
An important part of the discussion.
puntong mahalaga
mark this point
Ensure something during the discussion.
itaga mo sa puntong ito

Related Words

point
A mark or location with a specific value or meaning.
punto
top
The highest part of something.
tuktok

Slang Meanings

Quick takeover or acquisition of something.
The conversation ended quickly, just a snap!
Tapos na agad ang usapan, puntok na lang!
Landing on an easy way or quick result.
You sold it right away, that's a piece of cake.
Nakabenta ka agad, puntok lang yan.
Suddenly happened, without warning.
The price drop happened just like that.
Nangyari na lang ang puntok na pagbagsak ng presyo.