Pin in Tagalog

“Pin” in Tagalog is translated as “Aspili” or “Salpok”. This term refers to a small thin piece of metal used for fastening things, and can also mean to hold something in place or attach it. Let’s explore the deeper meanings and usage of this word below.

[Words] = Pin

[Definition]:

• Pin /pɪn/
• Noun 1: A thin piece of metal with a sharp point at one end and a round head at the other, used for fastening pieces of cloth or paper together.
• Noun 2: A short cylindrical piece of wood or metal used to fasten or secure something.
• Noun 3: A personal identification number (PIN) used for security purposes.
• Verb 1: To attach or fasten something with a pin or pins.
• Verb 2: To hold someone firmly in a specified position so they are unable to move.

[Synonyms] = Aspili, Salpok, Karayom, Pako (nail/pin), Tuktok

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She used a safety pin to attach the name tag to her shirt.
• Ex1_PH: Gumamit siya ng safety aspili upang ikabit ang name tag sa kanyang damit.
• Ex2_EN: Please pin this notice on the bulletin board so everyone can see it.
• Ex2_PH: Mangyaring iaspili ang paunawang ito sa bulletin board upang makita ng lahat.
• Ex3_EN: The wrestler tried to pin his opponent to the mat for three seconds.
• Ex3_PH: Sinubukan ng wrestler na ikapit ang kanyang kalaban sa mat sa loob ng tatlong segundo.
• Ex4_EN: Don’t forget to enter your PIN when withdrawing money from the ATM.
• Ex4_PH: Huwag kalimutang ilagay ang iyong PIN kapag nag-withdraw ng pera sa ATM.
• Ex5_EN: The tailor used several pins to hold the fabric in place before sewing.
• Ex5_PH: Gumamit ang mananahi ng ilang aspili upang manatiling nakaayos ang tela bago magtahi.