Pencil in Tagalog

“Pencil” in Tagalog is “Lapis” – the most common and widely recognized term for this essential writing and drawing tool in the Philippines. This straightforward translation is used across all regions and contexts. Explore more about its definition, related terms, and practical examples below!

[Words] = Pencil

[Definition]:

• Pencil /ˈpen.səl/
• Noun: A writing or drawing instrument consisting of a thin stick of graphite or similar substance enclosed in wood or held in a mechanical holder.
• Verb: To write, draw, or mark something with a pencil.

[Synonyms] = Lapis, Pansulat, Pandibuho, Lapis na pangkulay (colored pencil), Lapis-mekanikal (mechanical pencil)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The student used a pencil to sketch the diagram in his notebook.
• Ex1_PH: Gumamit ang estudyante ng lapis upang gumuhit ng dayagram sa kanyang kuwaderno.
• Ex2_EN: She sharpened her pencil before starting the exam.
• Ex2_PH: Tinuran niya ang kanyang lapis bago nagsimula ang pagsusulit.
• Ex3_EN: Artists prefer using a soft pencil for shading their drawings.
• Ex3_PH: Mas gusto ng mga artista na gumamit ng malambot na lapis para sa pag-shade ng kanilang mga drawing.
• Ex4_EN: He penciled in a reminder on his calendar.
• Ex4_PH: Isinulat niya gamit ang lapis ang paalala sa kanyang kalendaryo.
• Ex5_EN: The architect drew the building plans with a mechanical pencil.
• Ex5_PH: Gumuhit ang arkitekto ng mga plano ng gusali gamit ang mekanikal na lapis.