Tuod (en. Stump)

tu-od

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The remaining part of a tree after it has been cut.
The stump remained in the middle of the garden even though it was already cut.
Ang tuod ay nanatili sa gitna ng hardin kahit na ito ay pinutol na.
The part of a laser-cut material that remains on the surface.
Sometimes, the stump falls off while the other parts stay intact.
Minsan, ang tuod ay nahuhulog habang ang ibang bahagi ay nananatiling buo.

Etymology

From the word Head of Wood

Common Phrases and Expressions

tree stump
The part of the tree that is left after it has been cut.
tuod ng puno
avoid the stump
Often used as a reminder to avoid something that could be an obstacle.
umiwas sa tuod

Related Words

wood
Material from a tree used in construction.
kahoy
bark
The outer part of the tree that protects the wood inside.
bark

Slang Meanings

like real
Oh, really! You're so good at acting!
Ay, tuod nga! Ang galing mo mag-arte!
sure thing
For sure, you don't have to worry anymore.
Tuod, hindi ka na kailangan mag-alala.
seriously
Really? Wow, I thought it was just a joke.
Tuod ba? Grabe, akala ko joke lang.