Sanaw (en. Irrigation)
/sɑˈnaw/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of watering land to combat drought and improve yields.
Irrigation is essential in agriculture in dry and harsh areas.
Ang sanaw ay mahalaga sa agrikultura sa mga tuyo at malupit na lugar.
System of supplying water for crops or land.
The new irrigation system will increase crop production in the region.
Ang bagong sanaw ay magpapataas ng produksyon ng mga pananim sa rehiyon.
Removal of excess water from land through channels or pipes.
Irrigation allows for proper water flow in the fields.
Ang sanaw ay nagbibigay daan para sa tamang daloy ng tubig sa bukirin.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'sana' which conveys a sense of elevation or journey.
Common Phrases and Expressions
irrigation tools
tools used for irrigation
mga kagamitan sa sanaw
Related Words
irrigation
A term referring to the supply of water for agriculture.
patubig
irrigation
Synonymous term with 'sanaw', commonly used in the context of crop care.
irigasyon
Slang Meanings
So much joy or happiness.
Wow, the party last night was sanaw! There were so many people and so much food!
Grabe, sanaw ang party kagabi! Ang daming tao at ang daming pagkain!
Laughter or joking that causes happiness.
Oh my, my friends are so sanaw, we couldn't stop laughing!
Naku, ang sanaw ng mga kaibigan ko, hindi kami natigil sa kakatawa!