Simula (en. Beginning)
si-mu-la
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The first part or stage of something.
At the beginning of the year, many set new goals.
Sa simula ng taon, marami ang nagtatakda ng mga bagong layunin.
The opportunity to commence an event or process.
The start of the program is scheduled at eight o'clock.
Ang simula ng programa ay itinakda sa alas-otso.
The act of taking the first step towards a goal.
The start of his journey was joyful.
Ang simula ng kanyang paglalakbay ay naging masaya.
verb
An action indicating the beginning or starting of something.
The show has already started at the theater.
Nagsimula na ang palabas sa sinihan.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'simul', meaning simultaneous.
Common Phrases and Expressions
beginning of the story
The first part of the story where characters and setting are laid out.
simula ng kwento
start of the project
The first step or stage in a project.
simula ng proyekto
Related Words
simulation
A process where conditions or events are created in a controlled environment.
simulasyon
Slang Meanings
beginning
Class starts later, don't be late.
Simula na ng klase mamaya, huwag ka nang malate.
start
The match is starting, let's all cheer together!
Umpisa na ang laban, sabay-sabay tayong sumigaw!
kick-off
It's kick-off time, let's head to the field!
Kick-off na, tara na sa field!
starting point
This is where it all started, that's why the starting point is important.
Dito nagsimula ang lahat, kaya mahalaga ang salin ng mula.