Sungkol (en. Enclosure)

/sung.kol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form or structure that wraps or encloses another thing.
The enclosure of the machine was made of steel for durability.
Ang sungkol ng makina ay ginawang bakal para sa tibay.
A wrap or covering that encloses an object.
The enclosure of the book has a beautiful design.
Ang sungkol ng libro ay may magandang disenyo.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'sungko' which means 'necklace' or 'around'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cloud enclosure
A natural form that encloses things below it.
sungkol ng ulap

Related Words

sungko
The root word of sungkol meaning 'to wrap' or 'to enclose'.
sungko

Slang Meanings

A flare-up of conflict or fight.
There was a sungkol in the barangay due to a misunderstanding.
Nagkaraon ng sungkol sa barangay dahil sa hindi pagkakaintindihan.
Clash or encounter.
According to the news, there was a sungkol between two groups on the street.
Ayon sa balita, may sungkol sa pagitan ng dalawang grupo sa kalsada.