Senyas (en. Sign)

sen-yas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A thing or symbol that conveys information or a message.
The hand signal indicates dismissal.
Ang senyas ng kamay ay nagpapakita ng pagwawaksi.
A marker or characteristic indicating a specific situation.
The red light signal means stop.
Ang senyas ng pulang ilaw ay nangangahulugang huminto.
Any symbol or activity that carries communication.
Smoke signals are used by fishermen for communication.
Ang mga senyas ng usok ay ginagamit ng mga mangingisda para sa komunikasyon.

Etymology

Spanish word 'señal', meaning sign.

Common Phrases and Expressions

communication signs
Symbols or gestures used for communication.
mga senyas ng komunikasyon

Related Words

signal
A signal used to convey a message.
signal
indication
An announcement or sign that provides information.
indikasyon

Slang Meanings

Signals, or cues.
Why don't you just give the signal you want?
Bakit hindi mo na lang ibigay ang senyas na gusto mo?
A call or invitation.
He gave a signal to join the party.
Nagbigay siya ng senyas para sumama siya sa party.
A way of expressing feelings.
I can see your signal that you don't want to anymore.
Nakikita ko na ang senyas mo na ayaw mo na.