Punungkahoy (en. Tree)

/pu.nung.kah.oy/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of plant that has the tallest trunk and bears leaves.
The tree provides shade underneath it.
Ang punungkahoy ay nagbibigay ng anino sa ilalim nito.
A large plant that often has the ability to live for a long time.
The trees in the forest are important to nature.
Ang mga punungkahoy sa kagubatan ay mahalaga sa kalikasan.
The entire structure of a tree including branches and leaves.
This tree has a wide crown.
Ang punungkahoy na ito ay may malawak na korona.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'punò' which means 'tree' or 'plant'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tree of life
A symbol of life and abundance.
punungkahoy ng buhay

Related Words

forest
An area where many trees grow.
kahuyan
branch
A part of the tree that extends from the trunk.
sanga

Slang Meanings

A group of friends or crew
We're just here at the punungkahoy, having fun.
Dito lang kami sa punungkahoy, nagkakasiyahan.
A place full of happy experiences
This park is a punungkahoy of memories with our batchmates.
Ang park na ito ay punungkahoy ng mga alaala sa aming mga batchmates.
A situation full of fun and craziness
They made such a punungkahoy at home, it's so much fun!
Kakaibang punungkahoy ang ginawa nila sa bahay, sobrang saya!