Sinyal (en. Signal)
/ˈsɪn.jal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An object, sound, or symbol that conveys information.
The red light on the stoplight is a signal to stop.
Ang pulang ilaw sa stoplight ay isang sinyal na huminto.
A message or sign indicating the need for action.
He gave a signal to his companions to start.
Nagbigay siya ng sinyal sa kanyang mga kasama na magsimula na.
A device or communication system used to convey messages.
Using the radio, they sent a signal to their bases.
Gamit ang radyo, nakapagpadala sila ng sinyal sa kanilang mga base.
Etymology
from the English word 'signal'
Common Phrases and Expressions
signal of change
An indication that a change or transition will occur.
sinyal ng pagbabago
no signal
Condition where there is no message or signal reception.
walang sinyal
Related Words
communication
The process of sending and receiving information.
komunikasyon
transmission
The sending of a signal or information from one place to another.
transmisyon
Slang Meanings
A bad situation or problem
Oh no, this seems like a signal that we have problems with the project.
Naku, mukhang sinyal ito na may problema tayo sa proyekto.
A person who is avoided or unpleasant to deal with
It's a signal that he/she is no longer interested, so just stay away.
Sinyal na 'di na siya interesado, kaya't layuan mo na lang.