Sagwanan (en. Paddle)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An instrument or object used to strike water to propel a boat.

Use the paddle to push the boat forward.

Gamitin mo ang sagwanan upang itulak ang bangka pasulong.

A part of the boat necessary for floating and moving in water.

The paddle is essential in every river sailing.

Ang sagwanan ay mahalaga sa bawat paglalayag sa ilog.

Originates from Tagalog terms relating to rowing or paddling.

You are the one who propels our boat.

You provide support and guidance.

Ikaw ang sagwanan ng aming bangka.

boat

A type of watercraft used for sailing.

bangka

paddling

The act of using a paddle to propel the boat.

paghahampas

ride-along, friend, or companion in adventure

Hey! You're my ride-along in the gang!

Oi! Ikaw na sagwanan ko sa barkadahan!

helper or support

I hope I have a helper on this project, it's hard to do it alone.

Sana may sagwanan ako sa project na to, ang hirap mag-isa.

follower or one who keeps you in check

So you need to be my follower, okay? I need some guidance.

Kaya ikaw na sagwanan mo sa akin, ha? Kailangan ng guidance.