Tuktokngulo (en. Vertex)
/tʊk.tok.ɡuːŋ.lo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The point where two or more lines meet.
The vertex of the triangle is where the three sides meet.
Ang tuktokngulo ng tatsulok ay ang lugar kung saan nagtatagpo ang tatlong gilid.
The main corner of a shape or form.
The vertex of a house is at its upper part.
Ang tuktokngulo ng isang bahay ay nasa itaas na bahagi nito.
A special part of a geometric form.
In geometric studies, studying vertices is crucial.
Sa mga geometric na pag-aaral, mahalaga ang pag-aaral ng mga tuktokngulo.
Etymology
From the word 'tuktok' meaning 'tip' and 'ngulo' meaning 'corner' or 'angle'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
vertex of a pyramid
This refers to the top or highest point of a pyramid.
tuktokngulo ng pyramide
Related Words
corner
A part of space where two lines or surfaces meet.
sulok
shape
The form or constellation of an object.
hugis
Slang Meanings
Teasing or being clingy to someone.
What you did just smelled like being clingy, don’t you know you’re becoming too clingy?
Parang tuktokngulo lang 'yang ginawa mo, di mo ba alam na masyado ka nang nagiging clingy?
Too interested or intrigued by someone.
You’re always like that, you’re too curious, you’ll just ask for his number again.
Kahit sino na lang, tuktokngulo ka lagi, hihingi na naman ang number niya.
Being overly affectionate or close to someone.
Don't be clingy, he's not interested in you!
Huwag kang mag-tuktokngulo, hindi siya interesado sa'yo!