Radio (en. Radyo)

/ˈreɪ.di.oʊ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A device used to receive sound waves in the form of radio.
We listen to music on the radio while driving.
Nakikinig kami ng musika sa radio habang nagmamaneho.
A form of mass media that transmits information and entertainment via radio.
Radio is important for disseminating news to people.
Mahalaga ang radio sa pagpapakalat ng balita sa mga tao.
The system used for communication through wireless technology.
Pilots use radios for communication with control towers.
Gumagamit ang mga piloto ng radio para sa komunikasyon sa mga tower ng kontrol.

Etymology

From the Latin 'radius' meaning 'ray' or 'beam'

Common Phrases and Expressions

radio broadcast
A program or news transmitted via radio.
radio broadcast
radio show
A show conducted or aired on the radio.
radio show

Related Words

television
A device that displays images and sound for viewing.
telebisyon
communication
The process of exchanging information between people.
komunikasyon

Slang Meanings

A place for throwing stories or gossip over tunes.
We’re just like a radio, full of meaningless stories.
Parang radio lang tayo, puro mga kwento na walang katuturan.
Where you find out the latest news or events.
About the new songs, it’s like you’re tuning into the radio on Facebook!
Tungkol sa mga bagong awitin, para kang nag-radio sa Facebook!
A source or medium for music hits.
Wherever you go, there's always a radio for feel-good vibes.
Saan ka man magpunta, may radio lang para sa feel-good vibes.