Flat in Tagalog

“Flat” in Tagalog translates to “Patag” (adjective meaning level or even), “Apartment/Tirahan” (noun for living space), or “Pantay” (smooth surface). The translation varies based on context—whether describing surfaces, residences, or conditions.

Understanding the various meanings of “flat” is essential for accurate translation, as this versatile English word carries multiple contextual interpretations in Tagalog, from describing physical surfaces to referring to modern living spaces.

[Words] = Flat

[Definition]:
– Flat /flæt/
– Adjective 1: Having a level surface without raised areas or indentations; smooth and even.
– Adjective 2: Lacking interest or emotion; dull or lifeless.
– Noun 1: A self-contained residential unit occupying part of a building; an apartment.
– Noun 2: A flat tire or deflated pneumatic tire.
– Adverb 1: In a horizontal position or manner; stretched out.

[Synonyms] = Patag, Pantay, Apartment, Tirahan, Pabahay, Makinis, Lamya, Walang-laman

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: The table has a perfectly flat surface that is ideal for drawing.
– Ex1_PH: Ang mesa ay may perpektong patag na ibabaw na perpekto para sa pagguhit.

– Ex2_EN: They moved into a small flat in the city center last month.
– Ex2_PH: Lumipat sila sa isang maliit na apartment sa sentro ng siyudad noong nakaraang buwan.

– Ex3_EN: My car has a flat tire and needs to be repaired immediately.
– Ex3_PH: Ang aking kotse ay may wasak na gulong at kailangang ayusin kaagad.

– Ex4_EN: The desert landscape stretched out flat as far as the eye could see.
– Ex4_PH: Ang tanawin ng disyerto ay umaabot nang pantay hanggang sa nakikita ng mata.

– Ex5_EN: Her voice sounded flat and emotionless during the presentation.
– Ex5_PH: Ang kanyang tinig ay tumunog na walang-buhay at walang emosyon sa panahon ng presentasyon.