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    Singki (en. Sink)

    /ˈsiŋ.ki/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A container or basin for water commonly found in bathrooms or kitchens.
    The sink is full of dishes that need to be washed.
    Ang singki ay puno ng mga pinggan na kailangan pang hugasan.
    A place where cleaning of items occurs.
    The sink should be cleaned after use.
    Dapat na linisin ang singki pagkatapos gamitin.
    A part of the household used in household chores.
    The sink is important in cooking tasks.
    Mahalaga ang singki sa mga gawaing pagluluto.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Sino-Tagalog word 'sink' referring to a water basin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Wash at the sink
    The act of performing chores like washing dishes or other utensils at the sink.
    Maghugas sa singki

    Related Words

    car
    A vehicle that is more commonly used for everyday transportation and stops on congested roads.
    kotse

    Slang Meanings

    Ugly or unattractive
    Her outfit is so singki, it looks old.
    Ang singki ng suot niya, parang luma na.
    Drained or worthless
    My debts are singki; I can't pay them off.
    Yung mga utang ko, singki na, wala na akong mabayaran.
    Losing strategy or way
    He's become singki in life, not knowing what to do next.
    Singki na siya sa buhay, hindi na alam kung anong gagawin.