Double in Tagalog

“Double” in Tagalog can be translated as “doble” or “dalawang beses” depending on the context. This versatile English word has multiple meanings and applications in everyday Filipino conversation. Let’s explore the complete breakdown of this term, including its various definitions, synonyms, and practical usage examples in both English and Tagalog.

[Words] = Double

[Definition]:

• Double /ˈdʌbəl/
• Adjective: Consisting of two equal, identical, or similar parts or things; twice as much or as many.
• Verb: To make twice as much or as many; to multiply by two.
• Noun: A quantity that is twice as much as another; a person or thing that looks exactly like another.
• Adverb: To twice the amount or extent; in two layers or thicknesses.

[Synonyms] = Doble, Dalawang beses, Dobleng halaga, Kambal, Duplikado, Dalawa, Doblehin

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: I ordered a double espresso because I needed extra energy this morning.
• Ex1_PH: Nag-order ako ng doble espresso dahil kailangan ko ng dagdag enerhiya ngayong umaga.
• Ex2_EN: The company plans to double its production capacity by next year.
• Ex2_PH: Ang kumpanya ay nagpaplano na doblehin ang kapasidad ng produksyon sa susunod na taon.
• Ex3_EN: She has a double bed in her room that takes up most of the space.
• Ex3_PH: Mayroon siyang doble na kama sa kanyang kwarto na sumasakop sa karamihan ng espasyo.
• Ex4_EN: The price of rice has nearly doubled in the past six months.
• Ex4_PH: Ang presyo ng bigas ay halos dumoble na sa nakaraang anim na buwan.
• Ex5_EN: He works a double shift today to earn extra money for the holidays.
• Ex5_PH: Nagtatrabaho siya ng doble na shift ngayon para kumita ng dagdag na pera para sa holiday.