Ronda (en. Round)
/ron-da/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A circular or walking patrol in a specific area for monitoring or observing.
The police conducted a patrol in the neighborhood to combat crime.
Ang mga pulis ay nagsagawa ng ronda sa barrio upang sugpuin ang krimen.
A circuit or round through a specific location, often with others.
They organized a round in the park every Saturday.
Nag-organisa sila ng ronda sa parke tuwing sabado.
A part of a game or competition that sets a specific event or activity.
In the fifth round, the players decided who would win.
Sa ika-limang ronda, nagdesisyon ang mga manlalaro kung sino ang mananalo.
Etymology
Spanish
Common Phrases and Expressions
night patrol
A round during the night for protection or security.
ronda ng gabi
community patrol
A group that patrols the community for safety.
ronda sa barangay
Related Words
watchman
A person or group observing for safety.
bantay
patrol
A type of round or monitoring in a specific area.
patrol
Slang Meanings
Going around the area
Let's roam around the mall later.
Mag-ronda tayo sa mall mamaya.
Patrolling or checking the area
We help out by patrolling the barangay every night.
Nagtutulong-tulong kami sa pag-ronda sa barangay tuwing gabi.
Just hanging out outside, taking it easy.
Let's just wander outside, chill out.
Ronda lang tayo sa labas, chill lang.