Dual in Tagalog

Dual in Tagalog translates to “Dalawahan,” “Doble,” or “Dalawang-bahagi” – referring to something consisting of two parts, elements, or having a double nature. This term is commonly used in technology, education, and everyday situations to describe dual-purpose items, dual citizenship, or dual functions. Learning the appropriate Tagalog expressions for dual helps in discussing modern concepts and paired systems.

Explore the detailed linguistic breakdown below, featuring pronunciation, comprehensive definitions, Filipino equivalents, and practical bilingual examples showing real-world applications.

[Words] = Dual

[Definition]:
– Dual /ˈduːəl/
– Adjective 1: Consisting of two parts, elements, or aspects.
– Adjective 2: Having a double character, nature, or purpose.
– Noun 1: A grammatical number denoting two of something (in linguistics).

[Synonyms] = Dalawahan, Doble, Dalawang-bahagi, Kambal, Dobleng, Duwahe

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: The smartphone has a dual camera system for better photography capabilities.
– Ex1_PH: Ang smartphone ay may dalawahang sistema ng camera para sa mas magandang kakayahan sa photography.

– Ex2_EN: She holds dual citizenship in both the Philippines and the United States.
– Ex2_PH: Siya ay may doble na pagkamamamayan sa Pilipinas at Estados Unidos.

– Ex3_EN: The building serves a dual purpose as both a school and community center.
– Ex3_PH: Ang gusali ay nagsisilbi ng dalawang-bahagi na layunin bilang paaralan at community center.

– Ex4_EN: Many modern vehicles feature dual air conditioning systems for driver and passenger comfort.
– Ex4_PH: Maraming modernong sasakyan ang may dalawahang sistema ng air conditioning para sa kaginhawaan ng drayber at pasahero.

– Ex5_EN: The laptop supports dual monitors for increased productivity and workspace.
– Ex5_PH: Ang laptop ay sumusuporta ng doble na mga monitor para sa mas mataas na produktibidad at workspace.