Pound in Tagalog

“Pound” in Tagalog can be translated as “libra” (unit of weight), “piso” (currency), or “hampas/dagok” (verb – to strike). The translation depends on context – whether referring to weight measurement, money, or the action of hitting something repeatedly. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for accurate communication in Tagalog.

Definition:

• Pound /paʊnd/
• Noun 1: A unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or approximately 0.45 kilograms.
• Noun 2: The basic monetary unit of the UK and some other countries.
• Noun 3: A place where stray animals are kept.
• Verb 1: To strike repeatedly with force.
• Verb 2: To crush or grind something into a powder or paste.

Tagalog Translations:

• Libra (weight measurement)
• Piso (though typically refers to Philippine peso)
• Hampas (to strike/hit)
• Dagok (to pound/beat)
• Dukdok (to pound/crush)
• Bayô (to pound rice)

Examples:

• EN: She bought two pounds of tomatoes from the market.
• PH: Bumili siya ng dalawang libra ng kamatis sa palengke.

• EN: The British pound has strengthened against the dollar.
• PH: Ang British pound ay lumakas laban sa dolyar.

• EN: He began to pound the nail into the wooden board.
• PH: Nagsimula siyang hampasin ang pako sa tablang kahoy.

• EN: Pound the garlic and chili together to make a paste.
• PH: Dukdukin ang bawang at sili nang sabay para gawing pasta.

• EN: The recipe calls for one pound of ground beef.
• PH: Ang recipe ay nangangailangan ng isang libra ng giniling na karne.