Takdangaraw (en. Deadline)

tak-dang-ga-raw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Designated time or date by which a task needs to be completed.
The deadline for the project is on Friday.
Ang takdangaraw ng proyekto ay sa Biyernes.
A set period related to duties and responsibilities.
The deadline is important for students regarding their assignments.
Mahalaga ang takdangaraw sa mga estudyante para sa kanilang mga takdang aralin.

Etymology

Combination of 'takdang' and 'araw' meaning a designated time.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to adhere to a deadline
To promise to finish a task by the designated time.
sumunod sa takdangaraw

Related Words

duty
A responsibility that needs to be fulfilled when there is a deadline.
tungkulin
obligation
Something required as part of a deadline.
obligasyon

Slang Meanings

Length of days
The length of the vacation is a whole week.
Ang takdangaraw ng bakasyon ay isang buong linggo.
A long time
The length of time before he returns is really long.
Ang takdangaraw bago siya bumalik ay sobrang tagal.
Long hours
The length of the workday feels endless.
Ang takdangaraw sa trabaho ay parang walang katapusan.