Extension in Tagalog

Extension in Tagalog translates to “ekstensyon” (borrowed term) or “pagpapalawak” (expanding/enlarging). This term refers to lengthening, expanding, or adding to something existing, whether physical structures, time periods, or digital applications. Understanding this word is essential for construction, business, technology, and everyday scheduling discussions in Filipino contexts.

[Words] = Extension

[Definition]:
– Extension /ɪkˈstenʃən/
– Noun 1: The action of extending or the state of being extended; lengthening or enlargement.
– Noun 2: A part that is added to something to enlarge or prolong it, such as a building addition.
– Noun 3: An additional period of time given to complete a task or payment.
– Noun 4: A telephone line connected to a main line or switchboard in an office.
– Noun 5: A computer program add-on or file format identifier.

[Synonyms] = Ekstensyon, Pagpapalawak, Pagpapahaba, Dagdag, Dugtong, Palugit, Karagdagan, Linya

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: We’re building an extension to our house to add two more bedrooms.
– Ex1_PH: Nagtatayo kami ng ekstensyon sa aming bahay upang magdagdag ng dalawang silid-tulugan.

– Ex2_EN: The professor granted a one-week extension for the final paper submission.
– Ex2_PH: Ang propesor ay nagbigay ng isang linggong palugit para sa pagsusumite ng huling papel.

– Ex3_EN: Please call me at extension 245 when you arrive at the office.
– Ex3_PH: Pakitawagan ako sa ekstensyon 245 kapag dumating ka sa opisina.

– Ex4_EN: I installed a browser extension that blocks advertisements automatically.
– Ex4_PH: Nag-install ako ng browser extension na awtomatikong humaharang sa mga advertisement.

– Ex5_EN: The extension cord allowed us to plug in the fan across the room.
– Ex5_PH: Ang extension cord ay nagpahintulot sa amin na isaksak ang bentilador sa kabilang dulo ng silid.