Heel in Tagalog

“Heel” in Tagalog translates to “Sakong” when referring to the back part of the foot, or “Takong” when referring to shoe heels. This English noun has specific Tagalog equivalents depending on whether you’re talking about anatomy or footwear. Explore the detailed translations and practical usage examples below.

[Words] = Heel

[Definition]:

• Heel /hiːl/
• Noun 1: The back part of the human foot below the ankle.
• Noun 2: The part of a shoe or sock that covers the heel of the foot.
• Noun 3: The raised part at the back of a shoe.
• Verb 1: To repair or renew the heel of a shoe.

[Synonyms] = Sakong, Takong, Sakung, Tikod

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She injured her heel while playing basketball yesterday.
• Ex1_PH: Nasugatan niya ang kanyang sakong habang naglalaro ng basketball kahapon.
• Ex2_EN: These high heels are uncomfortable to wear for long periods.
• Ex2_PH: Ang mataas na takong na ito ay hindi komportable isuot sa mahabang panahon.
• Ex3_EN: The doctor examined the blister on my heel.
• Ex3_PH: Sinuri ng doktor ang paltos sa aking sakong.
• Ex4_EN: She loves wearing shoes with three-inch heels.
• Ex4_PH: Mahilig siyang magsuot ng sapatos na may tatlong pulgada ang takong.
• Ex5_EN: I need to get the heel of my boot repaired.
• Ex5_PH: Kailangan kong paayusin ang takong ng aking bota.