Globe in Tagalog

Gig in Tagalog translates to “raket,” “tanghal,” or “trabahong pansamantala,” depending on context—whether referring to a musical performance or temporary work. These terms reflect both the entertainment and modern freelance economy contexts. Learn how to use these expressions in Filipino conversations below.

[Words] = Gig

[Definition]:

• Gig /ɡɪɡ/
• Noun 1: A live performance by a musician or band, especially of popular or jazz music.
• Noun 2: A job, especially one that is temporary or freelance in nature.
• Verb 1: To perform music at a venue or series of venues.

[Synonyms] = Raket, Tanghal, Pagtatanghal, Trabahong pansamantala, Sideline, Show, Performance, Ekstrang trabaho

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The band has a gig at the local bar this Friday night and they’re expecting a big crowd.
Ex1_PH: Ang banda ay may tanghal sa lokal na bar ngayong Biyernes ng gabi at inaasahan nila ang malaking crowd.

Ex2_EN: She does freelance graphic design gigs on weekends to supplement her regular income.
Ex2_PH: Siya ay gumagawa ng freelance graphic design na raket tuwing weekends upang dagdagan ang kanyang regular na kita.

Ex3_EN: After years of gigging in small venues, the musician finally got signed by a major record label.
Ex3_PH: Pagkatapos ng mga taon ng pagtatanghal sa mga maliit na venues, ang musikero ay sa wakas ay napirmahan ng malaking record label.

Ex4_EN: The gig economy has changed how many people approach work and career planning.
Ex4_PH: Ang gig economy ay nagbago kung paano maraming tao ang lumapit sa trabaho at pagpaplano ng karera.

Ex5_EN: He landed a gig as a food delivery driver while searching for a permanent position.
Ex5_PH: Siya ay nakakuha ng trabahong pansamantala bilang delivery driver ng pagkain habang naghahanap ng permanenteng posisyon.