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    Tangkay (en. Stem)

    taŋ-kay

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The stem is the part of the plant that serves as support and carries leaves, flowers, and fruits.
    The stem of the rose is sturdy and good at supporting the flowers.
    Ang tangkay ng rosas ay matibay at mahusay sa pagdadala ng mga bulaklak.
    A part of the plant that can root and grow again.
    If you plant the stem, it can sprout and become a new plant.
    Kung itatanim mo ang tangkay, maaari itong bumula at maging bagong halaman.
    A piece of wood cut from a tree or plant.
    This stem can be used as firewood.
    Ang tangkay na ito ay maaari mong gamitin bilang panggatong.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    flower stem
    stem that has flowers attached to it
    tangkay ng bulaklak
    fruit stem
    stem where the fruit is attached
    tangkay ng prutas

    Related Words

    leaf
    The leaf is the green, flat part of the plant that performs photosynthesis.
    dahon
    root
    The root is the part of the plant that absorbs water and nutrients from the soil.
    ugat

    Slang Meanings

    Sweet or pretty
    That chick is looking sweet, like she's flirting with the boys!
    Ang tangkay na 'yan, parang naglalandi sa mga boys!
    Show-off or arrogant
    Don't be too showy, you might lose your friends.
    Huwag kang masyadong tangkay, baka mawala pa mga kaibigan mo.
    Tall or high
    You're so tall, you should play basketball already!
    Ang tangkay mo, kailangan magbasketball ka na!