Semipaynal (en. Semi-final)

se-mi-pay-nal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of contest or competition that includes participants who advance from the first part.
The match in the semi-final is more exciting than the previous games.
Ang laban sa semipaynal ay mas kapanapanabik kaysa sa mga nakaraang laro.
The stage of a competition that determines the remaining participants before the finals.
He secured his spot in the semi-final after several tough matches.
Nakuha niya ang kanyang lugar sa semipaynal matapos ang ilang mahihirap na laban.
A level in a competition that brings together the winners from other levels.
The semi-final often features the best participants from qualifying matches.
Ang semipaynal ay madalas na nakatuon sa mga pinakamahusay na kalahok mula sa mga kwalipikadong laban.

Etymology

Refers to a type of sentence that emphasizes the determiner 'semi'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pass to the semi-finals
Having the chance to advance to the next level of competition.
pumasa sa semipaynal
semi-final match
Match between participants deciding who goes to the finals.
semipaynal na laban

Related Words

final
The last stage of a competition.
pangwakas
competition
An activity where participants compete for success or rewards.
kumpetisyon

Slang Meanings

Just ask for something to relieve anger or stress.
I feel so angry, I'm practically asking for something from you.
Parang ang init ng ulo ko, semipaynal na ako sa'yo.
Due to extreme frustration, becoming really tough.
I’ve started to semipaynal, it feels like I'm collapsing from stress.
Nagsimula na akong semipaynal, parang bumabagsak na ako sa stress.