Tuntunin (en. Rule)

/tunˈtu.nin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A set of guidelines or standards that directs actions or decisions.
The rules in school should be followed to maintain the order of the class.
Dapat sundin ang mga tuntunin sa paaralan upang maayos ang takbo ng klase.
A law or regulation established by an authority.
The government has regulations regarding the proper use of public facilities.
May mga tuntunin ang gobyerno hinggil sa tamang paggamit ng mga public facilities.
Guidelines stated in an organization or group.
His job is to adhere to the company's rules.
Ang kanyang trabaho ay sundin ang mga tuntunin ng kumpanya.

Etymology

root word: 'tuntun' (basis)

Common Phrases and Expressions

follow the rules
to succeed or interact properly
sundin ang tuntunin
house rules
rules within the household
mga tuntunin ng bahay

Related Words

game rules
the regulations followed in playing a specific game.
tuntunin ng laro
guidelines
rules or principles that provide guidance in a situation.
mga panuntunan

Slang Meanings

guide or rule, often said in a mocking tone.
Who needs rules anyway? Let's just enjoy!
Sino ba naman ang kailangan ng tuntunin? Mag-enjoy na lang tayo!
pointless rules or regulations.
Their rules are so extra. It's like they don't want to be cool.
Yung tuntunin nila, sobrang OA. Parang ayaw na lang magpaka-cool.
like standards that are just thrown around.
Why do we need rules in this situation? We should just chill.
Bakit kailangan ng tuntunin sa ganitong sitwasyon? Chill lang dapat.