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    Tangga (en. Stair)

    /taŋ.gə/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A structure used as a passage to a higher level.
    He climbed the stairs to reach his room.
    Umakyat siya sa tangga upang makarating sa kanyang kwarto.
    A series of steps connected to create a pathway.
    The new stairway is made of wood and steel.
    Ang bagong tangga ay ginawa mula sa kahoy at bakal.
    Refers to steps that allow for ascending or descending.
    The staircase in the school is very spiraled.
    Ang tangga sa paaralan ay napakabilog.

    Etymology

    Originated from the Latin word 'tangere'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    steps in life
    Steps towards success or progress.
    tangga sa buhay

    Related Words

    step
    Another term referring to each part of a staircase that allows for ascending or descending.
    hakbang
    step-up
    A type of level or step in a series.
    upos

    Slang Meanings

    Siblings or companions in life who are together through thick and thin.
    Come on, my buddy is with me on our trip.
    Tara, kasama ko nga si tangga sa biyahe namin.
    A term for friends who are like family.
    They are my buddies, always supporting me.
    Sila ang mga tangga ko, lagi akong sinusuportahan.
    A feeling of regret arising from wrongdoings or mistakes.
    I'm so dumb for not talking to her properly.
    Tangga talaga ako na hindi ko siya kinausap nang maayos.