Watawat (en. Flag)

/waˈtaw.at/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece of cloth usually with different colors and designs used as a symbol of a country or group.
Filipinos take pride in the flag of the Philippines.
Ipinagmamalaki ng mga Pilipino ang watawat ng Pilipinas.
A symbol used to express the identity of a group or organization.
The school flag can be seen at the entrance of the campus.
Ang watawat ng paaralan ay makikita sa pasukan ng campus.
A marker used to signify a territory or event.
Because of the mountain ascent, they planted a flag at the summit.
Dahil sa pag-akyat sa bundok, naglagay sila ng watawat sa tuktok.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'watawat' meaning symbol or sign.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Hoisted the flag
Displayed the symbol of the country or group.
Itinaas ang watawat
Flag of peace
A symbol of unity and peace.
Watawat ng kapayapaan

Related Words

banner
A similar term often used in the context of a flag.
bandila

Slang Meanings

flag or symbol of the country
The flag should be respected at every flag ceremony.
Dapat respetuhin ang watawat sa bawat flag ceremony.
talent or ability that one takes pride in
Of course, your achievements, like a flag, I take pride in that!
Siyempre, ‘yung mga achievements mo, parang watawat, ipinagmamalaki ko 'yan!