Taklab (en. To cover)

/tak-lab/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of cover or enclosure used for objects or situations.
The cover is important to maintain the cleanliness of food.
Ang taklab ay mahalaga upang mapanatili ang kalinisan ng pagkain.
verb
The action of covering or enclosing an object.
She bought a cover to shield her belongings.
Bumili siya ng taklab upang takpan ang kanyang mga gamit.

Etymology

Due to root words "tak" and "lab" referring to actions of running or covering.

Common Phrases and Expressions

under a cover
beneath an object or protection.
sa taklab

Related Words

covering
The act of placing a cover on an object.
pagtakip
lid
An object used to cover or protect another object.
takip

Slang Meanings

friend or buddy
Bro, see you at the mall! Let's hang out.
Pare, kita-kits sa mall ha! Taklab tayo.
close friend or trusted companion
He's my close friend, that's why we're always together.
Siya ang taklab ko, kaya lagi kaming magkasama.
homie
Just a homie, don't worry.
Basta taklab lang, huwag kang mag-alala.