Match in Tagalog

“Match” in Tagalog translates to “Posporo”, “Laban”, “Tugma”, or “Katapat”, depending on context—whether referring to a fire starter, a sports competition, something that corresponds, or a suitable pair. Discover the various meanings and uses of this multifaceted word below!

[Words] = Match

[Definition]:

• Match /mætʃ/
• Noun 1: A small stick with a chemical tip that ignites when rubbed against a rough surface.
• Noun 2: A contest or competition between individuals or teams.
• Noun 3: A person or thing that is equal to or corresponds with another in quality or characteristics.
• Verb 1: To correspond or be in harmony with something else.
• Verb 2: To pair or combine things that are similar or complementary.

[Synonyms] = Posporo, Laban, Tugma, Katapat, Kapareha, Kompetisyon, Kaagapay, Angkop, Hustong-husto.

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: He struck a match to light the candle in the dark room.
• Ex1_PH: Sinindihan niya ang posporo upang paandarin ang kandila sa madilim na silid.
• Ex2_EN: The championship match between the two teams was incredibly exciting.
• Ex2_PH: Ang laban para sa kampeonato sa pagitan ng dalawang koponan ay napakasaya.
• Ex3_EN: Her shoes don’t match her dress; they’re completely different colors.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kanyang sapatos ay hindi tugma sa kanyang damit; lubhang magkaiba ang kulay nila.
• Ex4_EN: They finally found their perfect match after years of searching for love.
• Ex4_PH: Sa wakas ay nahanap nila ang kanilang perpektong katapat pagkatapos ng maraming taon ng paghahanap ng pag-ibig.
• Ex5_EN: Can you match these documents with their corresponding files?
• Ex5_PH: Maaari mo bang itugma ang mga dokumentong ito sa kanilang mga kaukulang file?