Talangkas (en. Skeleton)
/taˈlaŋkas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A structure of bones that comprises the body of animals and humans.
The human skeleton is made up of 206 bones.
Ang talangkas ng tao ay binubuo ng 206 na buto.
A framework or structure that provides support to the internal organs.
The skeleton of a bird is light yet sturdy.
Ang talangkas ng ibon ay magaan ngunit matatag.
A design or outline of a project or idea.
We need to create a skeleton for our presentation.
Kailangan nating gumawa ng talangkas para sa ating presentasyon.
Etymology
from the word 'talangkas' meaning 'collapse' or 'arrangement'
Common Phrases and Expressions
skeleton of an idea
Framework or outline of an idea that is being executed.
talangkas ng ideya
Related Words
assembly
Combination of various parts to form a whole.
ofen
Slang Meanings
Like being tough, unyielding.
My brother is really talangkas, no matter what happens, he remains unyielding.
Sobrang talangkas talaga ng kapatid ko kahit anong gawin, ‘di pa rin natitinag.
Strong or steadfast, always succeeds.
Even with many challenges, he is talangkas in life; still stands tall.
Kahit na maraming hamon, talangkas siya sa buhay; taas-noo pa rin.
Ability to bounce back from hardships.
Because of his talangkas attitude, he bounced back from debt.
Dahil sa kanyang talangkas na ugali, nakabangon siya mula sa pagkakabaon.