Runner in Tagalog

Runner in Tagalog is “Matatakbo” (one who runs) or “Takbuhan” (racer/athlete). The word has multiple meanings depending on context – from athletes and messengers to carpet types and plant stems. Understanding these variations helps Filipino learners grasp both athletic terminology and everyday vocabulary.

Dive deeper into the comprehensive analysis below to discover pronunciation guides, contextual definitions, cultural synonyms, and practical bilingual examples that bring this versatile English word to life in Tagalog.

[Words] = Runner

[Definition]:
– Runner /ˈrʌnər/
– Noun 1: A person who runs, especially as a sport or for exercise (athlete, jogger).
– Noun 2: A messenger or person who carries items from one place to another.
– Noun 3: A long, narrow carpet or rug, typically placed in a hallway or on a table.
– Noun 4: A person or animal that runs in a race.
– Noun 5: A horizontal stem of a plant that grows along the ground and can form new plants.

[Synonyms] = Matatakbo, Takbuhan, Atleta, Mensahero, Manlalakbay, Nagtatakbo, Karpeta (for carpet runner), Tumakbong halaman (for plant runner)

[Example]:
– Ex1_EN: The runner crossed the finish line with impressive speed and determination.
– Ex1_PH: Ang matatakbo ay tumawid sa linya ng pagtatapos na may kahanga-hangang bilis at determinasyon.

– Ex2_EN: She works as a runner for a law firm, delivering important documents between offices.
– Ex2_PH: Siya ay nagtatrabaho bilang mensahero para sa isang firm ng abogado, na naghahatid ng mahahalagang dokumento sa pagitan ng mga opisina.

– Ex3_EN: They placed a beautiful red runner on the dining table for the holiday celebration.
– Ex3_PH: Naglagay sila ng magandang pulang karpeta sa hapag-kainan para sa pagdiriwang ng pista.

– Ex4_EN: The marathon runner trained for months to prepare for the big race.
– Ex4_PH: Ang takbuhan ng marathon ay nagsanay ng ilang buwan upang maghanda para sa malaking karera.

– Ex5_EN: Strawberry plants spread through runners that create new plants along the ground.
– Ex5_PH: Ang mga halaman ng strawberry ay kumakalat sa pamamagitan ng mga tumakbong halaman na lumilikha ng mga bagong halaman sa lupa.