Reptil (en. Reptile)
/ˈrep.til/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of animal belonging to the class Reptilia, typically covered in scales and moving on land.
Reptiles are often found in tropical areas.
Ang mga reptil ay madalas na natatagpuan sa mga tropical na lugar.
This includes snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodiles.
The turtle is an example of a reptile with a shell found in the sea.
Ang pagong ay isang halimbawa ng reptil na may nabibiling kanlungan sa dagat.
Typically cold-blooded and require heat from the environment to maintain stability.
Reptiles need heat sources to regulate their temperature.
Ang mga reptil ay nangangailangan ng mga init na pinagmulan upang makapag-regulate ng kanilang temperatura.
Etymology
from the Latin word 'reptilis' meaning 'crawling' or 'creeping'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
reptile region
Area where reptiles are commonly found.
rehiyon ng mga reptil
Related Words
lizard
A type of reptile that usually has legs.
butiki
snake
A type of reptile that has no legs and can crawl.
ahas
turtle
A type of reptile that has a hard shell.
pagong
Slang Meanings
A really cool or hip person
Wow, my friend is such a reptil! He always has new and cooler gadgets.
Grabe, yung kaibigan ko, reptil talaga yan! Lagi siyang may bago at mas cool na gadgets.
A person who seems emotionless or overly tough
Why is Mark like that? He's like a reptil, so chill even when there are problems.
Bakit ganyan si Mark, para siyang reptil, chill lang kahit may problema.
Becoming sarcastic or joking
Don't take him too seriously; he's a reptil when it comes to giving opinions.
Huwag ka masyadong seryoso sa kanya, reptil siya kapag nagbigay ng opinyon.