Taad (en. Root)
ta-ad
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a plant typically found underground.
The root of the tree supports its growth.
Ang taad ng puno ay nagbibigay ng suporta sa kanyang paglaki.
The part of a word that gives the primary meaning.
In the word 'farming', its root is 'farm'.
Sa salitang 'pagsasaka', ang taad nito ay 'saka'.
The origin or cause of something.
We need to identify the root of the problem to solve it.
Kailangan natin tukuyin ang taad ng problema upang malutas ito.
Etymology
Originated from the Tagalog root word with profound meaning.
Common Phrases and Expressions
root cause
the primary cause or reason for a condition or problem
taad ng ugat
Related Words
root
A part of a plant similar to taad but focuses more on functional aspects.
ugat
branch
A part of a tree that originates from the root.
sanga
Slang Meanings
Saying that someone has weak force or lacking abilities.
No matter what he does, he still falls short with companies.
Kahit anong gawin niya, taad pa rin siya sa mga kumpanya.
Quiet or not doing anything meaningful.
That person you're talking to is just a waste, they don't know anything.
Parang taad lang 'yang kausap mo, wala namang alam.