Upungan (en. Seat)

u-pu-ngan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or object that is sat upon.
He sat on the seat while waiting for his friend.
Umupo siya sa upungan habang naghihintay sa kanyang kaibigan.
The main part of a furniture that provides a sitting support.
The office seat is comfortable and airy.
Ang upungan ng opisina ay komportable at maaliwalas.
A seat made of wood, metal, or other materials.
The seats in the park are made of steel.
Ang mga upungan sa parke ay gawa sa bakal.

Etymology

From the root word 'upong' meaning 'seat/chair'

Common Phrases and Expressions

drinking seat
A seat designated for people who are drinking or gathering.
upuang inumin
seat of power
A metaphorical reference to position or power.
upuan ng kapangyarihan

Related Words

chair
A common term for anything used to sit on.
upuan
bench
A type of seat designed for two or more people.
salumpuan

Slang Meanings

a chair or seat for a purpose
I was at the parlor's seating area, waiting for my friends.
Nandun ako sa upungan ng parlor, nag-aantay sa mga kaibigan ko.
a gathering of people or groups in discussion
We had a meeting at home for the project.
Nagkaroon kami ng upungan sa bahay para sa project.
joining a meeting or event
Come join our gathering on Saturday, it's going to be fun!
Sama ka na sa upungan namin sa sabado, masaya ito!