Sektor (en. Sector)

sek-tor

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a larger system or structure, often referring to industries or fields of the economy.
The technology sector continues to grow.
Ang sektor ng teknolohiya ay patuloy na lumalaki.
A size or section of a space designated for a specific purpose.
There are designated sectors in the park for picnics.
May mga nakatakdang sektor ang parke para sa mga picnic.
A subdivision of the population or economy that has unique characteristics.
The health sector plays an important role in society.
Ang sektor ng kalusugan ay may mahalagang papel sa lipunan.

Etymology

from the Latin word 'sector', meaning 'divider' or 'one who divides'

Common Phrases and Expressions

economic sector
a segment of the economy containing a particular industry or service
sektor ng ekonomiya
education sector
the part of society focused on providing education
sektor ng edukasyon

Related Words

industry
An organized activity aimed at creating products or services.
industriya
field
A specific area or type of activity or sphere of endeavor.
larangan

Slang Meanings

Sector like a gang or group
I know them, they're veterans in the skateboarding sector.
Kakilala ko sila, sila yung mga subok na sa sektor ng skateboarding.
Gathering of people with the same interest
Join the sector of gamers, it's fun here!
Maging parte ka na ng sektor ng mga gamers, masaya dito!
A group where there's trust
Every member in this sector helps each other.
Ang bawat miembro sa sektor na ito ay nagtutulungan.