Tason (en. Cup)

/ˈtasɔn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A container used for drinking.
Get a cup for your tea.
Kumuha ka ng tason para sa iyong tsaa.
A type of mug that typically has a handle.
The coffee cup is filled with hot beverage.
Ang tason ng kape ay puno ng mainit na inumin.
A cup used for drinking hot or cold beverages.
Everyone has their own cup at dinner.
Ang bawat tao ay may kanya-kanyang tason sa hapunan.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'taza'

Common Phrases and Expressions

coffee cup
A cup used for drinking coffee.
tason ng kape
tea cup
A cup used for drinking tea.
tason ng tsaa

Related Words

pitcher
A container larger than a cup, typically used for holding water.
banga
glass
A type of container used for cold beverages.
baso

Slang Meanings

Translation: A source of laughter; makes you laugh
Translation: You’re so funny, I can’t stop laughing!
Ang galing ng tason mo, tawa ako ng tawa!
Translation: Feeling of resentment; disappointment
Translation: Oh no, he's really upset because he wasn’t included.
Naku, nag-tason na siya dahil sa hindi siya sinama.