Puwersa (en. Force)

pwɛr'sa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A cause or reason that prompts something to move or change state.
The force of gravity allows objects to fall to the ground.
Ang puwersa ng gravitation ay nagpapahintulot sa mga bagay na mahulog sa lupa.
Strength or influence used to achieve a goal.
It takes force to push the car onto the road.
Kailangan ng puwersa upang itulak ang sasakyan sa kalsada.
The ability or power to create change or impact.
The force of their actions caused a significant change in the community.
Ang puwersa ng kanilang pagkilos ay naging sanhi ng malaking pagbabago sa komunidad.

Common Phrases and Expressions

force of nature
The power or strength of natural phenomena.
puwersa ng kalikasan
force of law
The influence or authority of legal regulations.
puwersa ng batas

Related Words

stress
A force that causes deformation or movement in a material.
stress
tension
A state where a force compels something to maintain balance or movement.
tension

Slang Meanings

Strength or power
I need force to finish this project.
Kailangan ko ng puwersa para tapusin ang proyekto na ito.
Speed or pressure
Wow, the force of the storm, it's so fast!
Grabe, ang puwersa ng bagyo, sobrang bilis!
Determined or strong presence
His force is strong in the group, so everyone follows.
Malakas ang puwersa niya sa grupo, kaya lahat ay sumusunod.
Confidence or courage
Her force in speaking is so strong, you can't underestimate her.
Sobrang puwersa niya sa pagsasalita, hindi mo siya matatawaran.